Healthy Hermits

Discover the delightful goodness of Healthy Hermits, a soft, chewy cookie recipe loaded with wholesome ingredients and natural sweetness. These cookies combine the nutty richness of whole wheat flour, hearty rolled oats, and warm spices like cinnamon and ginger for a comforting flavor profile. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and unsweetened applesauce, they’re studded with chewy dates, plump raisins, and crunchy pecans or walnuts, making every bite a textural delight. Perfect as a guilt-free snack or a wholesome treat alongside your morning coffee, these cookies come together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bake in under 12 minutes. Packed with fiber and heart-healthy fats, Healthy Hermits are the ultimate indulgence for anyone seeking a nutritious and delicious snack.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 0.25 cup maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup chopped dates
• 0.25 cup raisins
• 0.5 cup chopped pecans or walnuts

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, rolled oats, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, baking soda, and salt. Stir well to combine the dry ingredients evenly.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients and stir until combined. The dough will be thick.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped dates, raisins, and chopped nuts, evenly distributing them throughout the dough.

Step 6

Use a tablespoon or small cookie scoop to drop rounded scoops of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 7

Gently flatten each scoop of dough slightly with the back of a spatula or your fingers.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set and lightly golden.

Step 9

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Enjoy your Healthy Hermits with a cup of tea, coffee, or as a quick on-the-go snack!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	591.7 grams (591.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1944

Total Fat 75.40g	97%
Saturated Fat 27.50g	138%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1247mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 305.60g	111%
Dietary Fiber 38.70g	138%
Total Sugars 140.40g
Protein 38.70g	77%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 229mg	18%
Iron 12mg	65%
Potassium 1989mg	42%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.0%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 59.5%