A lovely sweet treat that’s flavorful, easy to make, and on the healthier side. If you are like me and apple desserts are your favorite, then this recipe is for you, my friend.
Sometimes I get the recipe right on my first attempt, other times, it takes me a while. And it can be disappointing, I’m not going to lie. It took me more than five tries (I lost count) to get this recipe just right, but it was well worth the effort and frustration. Because I believe you are going to love these Apple Pecan Cookies. They are filled with soft apple pieces, crunchy pecans, and warm spices, and they’re the perfect balance of cozy and satisfying. Oh, and did I mention they’re also gluten-free?
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THESE COOKIES
Easy to Make: These cookies come together in 1 bowl in less than 20 minutes (no need to chill) with simple, wholesome ingredients.
Naturally Sweetened: Apple juice, apples and coconut sugar make these cookies a healthier indulgence.
Gluten-Free & Vegan: Made with oat flour and free from dairy or eggs, they’re perfect not only for vegans, but for those with dietary restrictions.
Perfect Texture: Soft, crumbly, and slightly crisp around the edges.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
These Vegan Apple Pecan Cookies are perfect on their own, but if you’re feeling fancy, try pairing them with:
A warm cup of chai or coffee.
A dollop of coconut yogurt for a dessert-like treat.
Crumbled over vegan vanilla ice cream for a decadent twist.
WHY THESE COOKIES ARE A MUST-TRY
Whether you’re baking for a cozy fall afternoon, prepping snacks for the week, or simply craving something sweet but wholesome, these cookies hit the mark. So, you are not vegan? Not into healthy food? Trust me, I’ll say it again, these cookies hit the mark. The combination of apples, pecans, and warm spices creates a flavor profile that’s irresistible, while the soft and crumbly texture makes each bite pure bliss.
If you liked these easy, one-bowl, gluten-free cookies, then you might also fall in love with these: Crispy Lemon Ginger Cookies, Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies, Blueberry Oatmeal Cookies or Oat, Almond and Caramel Cookie Sandwiches.
So, what are you waiting for? Gather your ingredients and whip up a batch of these Vegan Apple Pecan Cookies today. And don’t forget to leave a comment below and tag us on Instagram @mondaydreamsblog – we love seeing what you bake!
Apple Pecan Cookies
Ingredients
- 4 tsp ground flaxseeds
- 3 Tbsp unsweetened apple juice, can use homemade or store-bought*
- ½ cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ¾ cups oat flour
- ½ cup + 1 Tbsp coconut sugar
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 small Cripps Pink apple, peeled and chopped into 1/5” or 0,5 cm cubes
- ½ cup roasted pecans, chopped into small pieces
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 °F / 190 °C.
- Grease a baking sheet with a little oil or line it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl combine ground flaxseeds and apple juice. Whisk and set aside for 15 minutes.
- Once the flaxseeds have soaked up some of the juice, add coconut oil and vanilla extract. Whisk to combine.
- Add oat flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg. Stir until well combined.
- Gently stir in the apple and pecan pieces.
- Use your hands to shape the dough into 10 – 12 balls. Flatten the balls with the palms of your hands -cookies should be between ½” - ⅓” (1 cm) thick- and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving 2” (5 cm) of space between each cookie; they will spread out as they bake. Cookies won’t fit on one baking sheet, so you'll need to bake them in two batches.
- Bake for 14 – 17 minutes or until the edges are golden. Don’t underbake the cookies -bottom and edges need to be slightly brown- or they will fall apart after 1 or 2 days.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy these delicious apple pecan cookies.
- Store the cookies in an air-tight container for up to 5 days or freeze them for up to a month. These cookies are best enjoyed on the day you bake them. They will still be delicious, soft and crumbly the day after, but they will lose their beautifully crispy edges.