Ingredients
- 1 can 100% pumpkin
- 5 soft Medjool dates
- 2 1/2 cups rolled oats, divided
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup date paste
- 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
Instructions
For date paste
1) boil 1 cup of water
2) Add 10 pitted Medjool dates to boiling water, cover
3) Remove from heat, let sit 10 minutes
4) Blend dates and water in a bullet or high-speed blender until smooth
5) Remaining date paste can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.
For cookies
1) Add pumpkin, 1/2 cup oats, dates, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla to a blender or food processor, blend well
2) Place the blended mixture in a bowl
3) Add 2 cups oats, date paste, and raisins; incorporate well
4) Using a scoop, place desired size scouts on a parchment-lined cookie sheet
5) Flatten slightly with a fork
6) Bake at 350 degrees for 12 minutes
7) Let cool for 5 minutes
8) Enjoy!