Sunflower Date Cookies (Gluten-Free) – a delicious recipe with sunflower seeds, dates, raisins, almond butter, vanilla beans, almonds. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.
Serves 4
Baking & Desserts
Servings:persons
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If using a vanilla bean, scrape out the seeds and place with the pod in a small saucepan with about 1/2 cup of water.
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Simmer until water is infused with vanilla, remove from heat, and remove the pod.
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Soak raisins in the vanilla bean water or hot water with vanilla extract for about 15 minutes or until plump.
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In a food processor, PULSE the sunflower seeds and dates until combined.
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Add raisins including the soaking water, almond butter and orange peel.
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PULSE to desired consistency.
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*Form mixture into balls and flatten.
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Top with almonds and blanched citrus zest.
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Refrigerate for about two hours.
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*I found it much easier to form the balls if the mixture was chilled first.
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Note: To make almond butter from scratch, process roasted almonds in a food processor until smooth, drizzling in a bit of neutral-tasting oil if more creaminess is desired.
822
kcal
Calories
65
g
Fat
30
g
Carbs
27
g
Protein
FatCarbsProtein
* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.
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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.
You need 8 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups roasted sunflower seeds, 1 cup dates, pitted, 1 cup raisins, 2 tablespoons almond butter, and more.
Yes, Sunflower Date Cookies (Gluten-Free) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.
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