Desserts

Makes 24 cookies These cookies are not only a delicious treat, but they are a wonderful source of omega-3 fatty acids.      2½ cups walnuts 1/2 cup pure maple syrup ¼ cup nut butter (e.g., almond, hazelnut, mixed) 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract ½ teaspoon salt ¾ cup oat flour (or flour of your choice)

Makes about 30 turtles  If you loved “turtles growing up, you will have fun with these. They are less sweet than the originals, but even more flavorful and far more nutritious!  Pecans (60 halves) 2 organic, fair trade dark chocolate bars (2 x 90 g/3 oz)  Caramel Filling 1 cup pine nuts or raw cashews

Makes about 40-45 balls. These protein-rich energy balls have just the right amount of spice – even though it seems like a lot. If you prefer, roll in hempseeds, coconut, or a mix of seeds. 1 ½ cups pecans 1 cup hazelnuts or almonds 1 cup dates, tightly packed (steam to soften, if hard) 1/4

Makes 24 cookies. These peanut butter cookies are gluten free and taste a lot like traditional peanut butter cookies. They can be made festive with a little chocolate or served plain. Another option is to top them with chopped peanuts dipped in maple syrup. 1 cup unsweetened, natural peanut butter (the runnier the better) 1/3

Makes about 24 squares. These squares are a chocolatey treat. No one would ever guess that they are free of added sugars and oils.  1 ½ cups dates (Medjool or other soft dates, or steam to soften) ½ cup soft almond or other nut butter 2 tablespoons plant-based milk 2 teaspoons vanilla ½ teaspoon salt

Thimble Cookies Makes 2 dozen cookies.These whole food plant-based cookies are reminiscent of the thimble cookies grandma used to make. They are a yummy addition to any holiday cookie tray. ¾ cup tightly packed dates (Medjool or other soft dates, or steam to soften) ½ cup soft almond or other nut butter 1 teaspoon vanilla