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Pecan Spice Cookies

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These Pecan Spice Cookies are a warm, comforting treat that balances sweet maple syrup and date sugar with aromatic spices like anise, cinnamon, and nutmeg. The texture is delightfully chewy with a crisp edge, thanks to the combination of whole wheat and tapioca flours. Packed with chopped pecans and raisins, every bite offers a satisfying crunch and burst of flavor. Perfect for afternoon tea, holiday gatherings, or a cozy weekend baking session, these cookies are naturally vegan and gluten-free adaptable. They hold up well in cookie tins, making them an excellent homemade gift or pantry staple for quick snacking.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12
Calories: 842.4
Dietary: Vegan, Vegetarian
Description
These Pecan Spice Cookies are a warm, comforting treat that balances sweet maple syrup and date sugar with aromatic spices like anise, cinnamon, and nutmeg. The texture is delightfully chewy with a crisp edge, thanks to the combination of whole wheat and tapioca flours. Packed with chopped pecans and raisins, every bite offers a satisfying crunch and burst of flavor. Perfect for afternoon tea, holiday gatherings, or a cozy weekend baking session, these cookies are naturally vegan and gluten-free adaptable. They hold up well in cookie tins, making them an excellent homemade gift or pantry staple for quick snacking.
Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup Oil, natural
  • 1/2 cup Maple syrup; or other liquid
  • 1/4 cup Brown date sugar, barley malt powder, or other natural powdered/granulated sweetener
  • 3/4 cup Flour, whole wheat (or kamut, spelt, or millet flour)
  • 1/2 cup Flour, unbleached white (or Tapioca flour)
  • 3/4 cup Pecans, chopped (up to 1 cup)
  • 1/2 cup Raisins, currants, or chopped dates
  • 1 tsp Anise seeds
  • 1/2 tsp Cinnamon (up to 1 tsp)
  • 1/8 tsp Sea salt
  • 1/4 cup Coconut, unsweetened, shredded (up to 1/2 cup)
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat the oven to 400&# 194;°F (200ðC). Line cookie sheets with parchment paper or lightly oil them.
  2. 2
    In a small bowl, mix the natural oil, maple syrup, and date sugar (or chosen sweetener) until well combined.
  3. 3
    In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, white/tapioca flour, chopped pecans, raisins (or dates), anise seeds, cinnamon, sea salt, and shredded coconut.
  4. 4
    Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir slowly until a uniform dough forms.
  5. 5
    Drop 1-2 tablespoons of dough onto the prepared cookie sheets, spacing them 2-3 inches apart.
  6. 6
    Bake for 9-12 minutes, or until lightly browned but still soft in the center.
  7. 7
    Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 842.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 60.0g93%
Saturated Fat 9.0g45%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 64.8mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 80.4g27%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 80.4g
Protein 0.0g0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

The cookies will crisp up as they cool completely. For a softer texture, remove them from the oven just as they begin to brown.

Ingredient Substitutions: You can swap the whole wheat flour for gluten-free blends if needed. Use your preferred natural sweetener; agave or coconut sugar work well.

Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. They freeze well for up to 3 months.

Variations: Add dashes of nutmeg, ginger, and cloves for a warmer spice profile. Increase the coconut amount for more texture.

Keywords: pecan, spice, cookies, vegan, gluten-free, chewy, maple, cinnamon, anise, raisins, dates, baking, dessert, snack, holiday, plant-based, whole-wheat, nutmeg, crunchy, homemade
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