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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (360°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of oatmeal, 50g of cranberries, lemon zest, 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts, and 1/4 cup of chopped dates. Mix well.
Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat 1 egg and add 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Mix until well combined.
Combine Mixtures: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until thoroughly combined.
Form Cookies: Scoop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, flattening each slightly with the back of a spoon.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown and set.
Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving Suggestions
Enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee.
Serve as a healthy snack for kids.
Pair with yogurt for a nutritious breakfast.
Cooking Tips
Ensure the butter is fully melted for easy mixing.
Adjust the amount of lemon zest to your preference for more or less citrus flavor.
Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized cookies.
Nutritional Benefits
Oatmeal: High in fiber, which aids in digestion and helps keep you full.
Cranberries: Rich in antioxidants and vitamins.
Walnuts: Provide healthy fats and protein.
Dates: Natural sweetness and a good source of energy.
Dietary Information
Vegetarian: Contains no meat products.
Gluten-Free Adaptation: Use gluten-free oatmeal if necessary.
Nutritional Facts (Per Serving, based on 12 cookies)
Calories: 100
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Sugar: 5g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 2g
Sodium: 20mg
Storage
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