Healthy Hermits

Hermits are a traditional American cookie that originated in New England. They are known for their chewy texture and rich flavors of molasses, spices, and dried fruits.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 57 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 13.

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Healthy Hermits

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 12 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 57 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2160

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup Molasses
• 2 tablespoon Coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Medjool dates, pitted and chopped
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts
• 0.5 cup Raisins

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the unsweetened applesauce, molasses, coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
5. Fold in the chopped dates, walnuts, and raisins.
6. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are slightly soft.
9. Remove from the oven and let the hermits cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
10. Transfer the hermits to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 13g

Protein 3g6%

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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.