Whole Wheat Cookies with Dried Fruits – A Delicious Italian Recipe

Try these healthy whole wheat cookies with dried fruits, a perfect Italian snack.

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Whole Wheat Cookies with Dried Fruits are perfect for those who want to prepare a healthy, homemade sweet treat without animal products. Made with whole wheat flour, hazelnut flour, muscovado sugar, dried fruits, and flaxseeds, these cookies are butter-free and egg-free, combining taste, simplicity, and lightness.

Ideal for breakfast, as a snack, or an energetic treat during the day, these cookies are easy to prepare and ready in just half an hour. You only need a bowl and a spoon!

The presence of almonds, hazelnuts, and flaxseeds adds a crunchy touch, making them naturally rich in fiber, perfect for those following a balanced diet. With their rustic texture, toasted aroma, and slightly caramelized flavor, they will be irresistible to anyone!

Discover other variations of whole wheat cookies:

  • Butter-free Whole Wheat Cookies
  • Rustic Apple Cookies
  • Apple and Almond Cookies
  • Gluten-free Cookies

Ingredients

  • Whole wheat flour – 200g
  • Hazelnut flour – 50g
  • Muscovado sugar – 80g
  • Dried fruits (almonds, hazelnuts) – 100g
  • Flaxseeds – 30g
  • Water – 100ml
  • Baking powder – 1 tsp
  • Salt – a pinch

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, hazelnut flour, muscovado sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the dried fruits and flaxseeds, mixing well.
  4. Gradually add water to form a dough.
  5. Shape the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. Let cool before serving.

Total Time: 30 min

Cuisine: Italian

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