Are you ready to transform your snack time into a nutritional powerhouse? Get ready to discover the most addictive vegan cookies that will not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also fuel your body with incredible ingredients! These Power Me Up Pumpkin Sesame Cookies are about to become your new obsession - combining the rich, comforting flavors of pumpkin with the nutty crunch of sesame seeds, these cookies are a game-changer for health-conscious food lovers and cookie enthusiasts alike.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Vegan
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup sesame seeds
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, almond butter, and maple syrup. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture becomes smooth and well-incorporated, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Add vanilla extract to the wet ingredients and mix well to distribute the flavor evenly.
- In a separate bowl, mix rolled oats, sesame seeds, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Ensure all dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until a consistent cookie dough forms. The texture should be slightly sticky but manageable.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart.
- Gently flatten each cookie with the back of a spoon or your fingertips, creating a circular shape approximately 1/2 inch thick.
- Sprinkle additional sesame seeds on top of each cookie for extra crunch and visual appeal.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 14-15 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and cookies are firm to the touch.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients for smoother mixing and better cookie texture.
- Don't overmix the dough - this can make cookies tough instead of soft and chewy.
- For extra flavor, lightly toast the sesame seeds before adding them to the recipe.
- If the dough feels too sticky, refrigerate for 15-20 minutes before shaping cookies.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform size and even baking.
- Check cookies a minute before recommended baking time, as oven temperatures can vary.
- Allow cookies to cool completely to achieve the perfect texture and prevent crumbling.
- For added nutrition, you can sprinkle chia or flax seeds on top along with sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 90kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
