Savor the delightful combination of apple pie and cookies with these Wholesome Apple Pie Cookies. This recipe creates a unique twist on traditional cookies by incorporating a homemade apple pie filling into a nutritious cookie base. The filling, made with fresh apples, cinnamon, and coconut sugar, adds a sweet and tangy flavor. The cookie base is a blend of healthy ingredients like ground oats, almond flour, hemp hearts, and tahini, making these cookies not just delicious but also packed with nutrients. Perfect for those who love the taste of apple pie but want a healthier, hand-held option.
Perfect Occasion: These apple pie cookies are great for a snack, dessert, or as a healthier treat for gatherings. They're also perfect for those who enjoy baking with natural, wholesome ingredients.
Apple Pie Filling:
- 1/2 tablespoon arrowroot powder (or cornstarch)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 apple, peeled, cored, and cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 tablespoon coconut sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Cookie Base:
- 2 large eggs (or flax eggs)
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 cup ground oats (oat flour)
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup hemp hearts
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions:
- Mix arrowroot powder with water. Cook the apple filling ingredients, adding the arrowroot mixture, until thickened. Set aside to cool.
- Preheat the oven. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- For the cookie base, mix eggs, tahini, maple syrup, and coconut oil. Add dry ingredients and combine.
- Form dough balls on the baking sheets. Create a well in each and fill with apple pie filling.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes until golden. Store leftovers in the fridge.
Enjoy your Wholesome Apple Pie Cookies, a delightful treat that combines the comfort of apple pie with the convenience of a cookie!