Old-Fashioned Spiced Fruit Cookies

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
3%
Old-Fashioned Spiced Fruit Cookies
30 min.
18
177kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Old-Fashioned Spiced Fruit Cookies, a perfect treat for those who appreciate the warmth of homemade desserts. These cookies are not only vegetarian and dairy-free, making them suitable for a variety of dietary preferences, but they also pack a wholesome punch with the goodness of fruits and whole grains.

Imagine biting into a soft, chewy cookie that bursts with the natural sweetness of tart red apples, juicy oranges, and rich dates. Each cookie is infused with a blend of aromatic spices, including cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, evoking the comforting essence of traditional baking. With just 30 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up a batch of 18 cookies that are sure to impress family and friends alike.

These cookies are not just a treat; they are a guilt-free indulgence, with only 177 calories each. The combination of all-purpose and whole wheat flour, along with ground flaxseed, adds a nutritious twist, ensuring that you can enjoy your dessert without compromising on health. Whether served at a gathering or enjoyed as a midday snack, these Old-Fashioned Spiced Fruit Cookies are bound to become a cherished favorite in your recipe collection.

Ingredients

  • medium baking apples are apples that have a sweet-tart balance and hold their shape when red cored unpeeled cut into wedges
  • medium cranberry-orange relish unpeeled cut into wedges
  • cup dates chopped
  • 0.8 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 cup soybean oil 
  •  eggs 
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • cup flour whole wheat
  • cup ground flaxseed 
  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cloves 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • blender

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°.
  2. Place apple, orange and dates in blender or food processor. Cover and blend or process until well blended.
  3. Mix brown sugar, oil and egg in large bowl. Stir in remaining ingredients and fruit mixture. Drop dough by tablespoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheet.
  4. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until light golden brown. Immediately remove from cookie sheet.

Nutrition Facts

Calories177kcal
Protein8.29%
Fat26.68%
Carbs65.03%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.14
Glycemic Load
7.39
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
7.3760869023593%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.3mg
Catechin
0.13mg
Epigallocatechin
0.03mg
Epicatechin
0.76mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Hesperetin
1.98mg
Naringenin
1.12mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.51mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:176.65kcal
8.83%
Fat:5.5g
8.47%
Saturated Fat:0.64g
4.01%
Carbohydrates:30.18g
10.06%
Net Carbohydrates:25.7g
9.35%
Sugar:16.01g
17.78%
Cholesterol:9.09mg
3.03%
Sodium:102.43mg
4.45%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.85g
7.69%
Manganese:0.61mg
30.47%
Fiber:4.47g
17.89%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.48%
Selenium:9.88µg
14.11%
Magnesium:51.56mg
12.89%
Phosphorus:100.93mg
10.09%
Copper:0.18mg
8.77%
Iron:1.3mg
7.2%
Folate:28.69µg
7.17%
Vitamin B3:1.16mg
5.81%
Potassium:197.89mg
5.65%
Vitamin C:4.43mg
5.37%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.12%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.81%
Zinc:0.68mg
4.52%
Calcium:43.01mg
4.3%
Vitamin K:3.28µg
3.13%
Vitamin B5:0.28mg
2.81%
Vitamin E:0.24mg
1.63%