Desperation Cookies

Desperation Cookies are called so because they can be made quickly with common pantry ingredients when you’re in need of a sweet treat.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 8.

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Desperation Cookies

Cooking Method: No-Bake Cuisine: International Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 1800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Oats
• ¹⁄₂ cup Peanut Butter
• ¹⁄₄ cup Maple Syrup
• 2 tablespoon Cocoa Powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• ¹⁄₈ pinch Salt
• ¹⁄₄ cup Chopped Nuts (optional)
• ¹⁄₄ cup Dried Fruits (optional)

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, peanut butter, maple syrup, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt.
2. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
3. If desired, add chopped nuts and dried fruits to the mixture and mix again.
4. Take small portions of the mixture and shape them into cookies using your hands.
5. Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Refrigerate the cookies for at least 1 hour to set.
7. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Sugars 10g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.