Sugar-Free Date Cookies
Deliciously soft and chewy cookies made with oats, pitted dates, and peanut butter, perfected for a wholesome treat without added sugar.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats Use certified gluten-free oats if needed
- 1 cup pitted dates Soak in warm water for 10 minutes if very dry
- 1/2 cup peanut butter Smooth or crunchy; almond or sunflower seed butter can be used
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Pulse the oats and pitted dates in a food processor until the mixture forms a coarse, sticky dough.
- Add the peanut butter and process until evenly combined and smooth enough to scoop.
- Use a tablespoon or small cookie scoop to portion dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
- Slightly flatten each mound with your hand or the back of a spoon.
Baking
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are just golden and centers look set.
- Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or up to 1 week in the refrigerator. Freeze in a single layer for up to 3 months.