These flourless vegan oatmeal cookies are made with just 6 simple ingredients and a breeze to prepare. They are naturally sweetened, free of oil, and can be ready in about 20 minutes.
These cookies offer a healthy and wholesome snacking option that’s sure to be a hit with everyone!
PinThese delectable oatmeal cookies are soft and chewy. They make for an ideal healthier treat to keep around throughout the week. Packed with oats, walnuts, and shredded coconut, they are great as a convenient on-the-go breakfast or snack.
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Recipe Highlights
- Dietary – vegan, whole food, refined sugar-free, gluten-free, oil-free
- Quick & easy to make
- Ready in less than 20 mins
- Made with 6 simple ingredients
- A wholesome healthy treat
- Flourless cookies recipe
- Yummy cinnamon flavor
- Great for breakfast or snack
- Nourish & go oatmeal cookies
PinIngredient Notes
In this easy recipe, oats, walnuts, shredded coconut, and dates are mixed and baked into wholesome cookies free of dairy and eggs.
Here’s what you’ll need:
- walnuts – use raw plain walnuts, without any oil or salt
- quick oats – I used quick oats for this recipe. Use certified gluten-free oats if necessary.
- regular dates – use regular pitted dates. They sweeten the cookies naturally and are loaded with fiber and essential minerals, like iron and calcium. If your dates are drier, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes, then drain.
- shredded coconut – use fine or medium shredded coconut
- cinnamon – adds a nice warm flavor
- vanilla – you can use pure vanilla extract or vanilla powder
For the full ingredients list, measurements, and instructions, please find the recipe card below.
How to Make Easy Oatmeal Walnut Cookies
Prepare to bake! Before you start, preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
Step 1: Blend all ingredients together – Put all ingredients for the oatmeal walnut cookies in a food processor and blend for several minutes until combined.
Step 2: Shape the cookies – Take a full heaping teaspoon of the cookie mixture, shape it into a ball, and slightly press to flatten it. Place on the baking sheet.
Step 3: Bake – Sprinkle them with some ground walnuts, it’s totally optional. Place the cookies in the oven and bake for about 12 mins.
Let cool for a few minutes before eating. Enjoy!
These are an excellent choice for your morning meal, a quick snack, or whenever you desire a healthful cookie crafted from basic ingredients!
PinTop Tips
- Easy to customize – Change it up with optional add-ins such as raisins, dairy-free chocolate chips, or cacao nibs.
- If the cookie dough seems dry – add a little more water one tablespoon at a time.
- The recipe makes about 12 medium-sized cookies. You can always make bigger-sized cookies, just bake them for around two more minutes.
PinHow to Store
Let the cookies cool completely before storing them.
Room temperature – store leftover oatmeal cookies in an airtight container on the counter for 4-5 days.
Make ahead – You can prepare the cookie dough and store in the fridge for a day. Then, bake the cookies in a few minutes.
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If you try these Easy Oatmeal Walnut Cookies, please let me know! Leave a comment and ★★★★★ recipe rating below. I would love to see your remakes and hear what you think.
Easy Oatmeal Walnut Cookies
Ingredients
- 1½ cup (135 g) raw walnuts
- 1 cup (130 g) pitted regular dates
- ½ cup (45 g) quick oats
- ½ cup (35 g) shredded coconut
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp vanilla powder
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) water
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Put all ingredients for the walnut cookies in a food processor and blend for several minutes until combined.
- Take a full heaping teaspoon of the cookie mixture, shape it into a ball, and slightly press to flatten it. Place on the baking sheet. Sprinkle them with some ground walnuts, it is optional.
- Bake for about 10-12 mins. Let cool for a while and enjoy!
Notes
- Use certified gluten-free oats if necessary.
- If the cookie dough seems dry – add a little more water one tablespoon at a time.
Nutrition
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Is it possible to omit the coconut? I’m glad to experiment with substituting something else, but would appreciate any suggestions you may have. Thank you!
Hi there,
if you’d like to substitute the coconut, you can use chopped nuts like almonds or pecans, dried fruit, or even additional oats. Let me know how they turn out with your substitution! 😊🍪
Is there another kind of nuts you can use? Sensitivity to walnuts, but the cookies sounds delicious!
Hi Margie,
Yes, you can definitely use other types of nuts in the recipe. Pecans, almonds, or cashews would be great alternatives to walnuts.
Excellent cookies for my husband as he loves Anzac biscuits. These will be much healthier. Thank you for recipe.
Hi Diana,
thank you so much for trying out the recipe! It’s always a pleasure to find healthier alternatives that still satisfy our cravings. I hope your husband enjoys them.
These cookies are delicious ! Thank you so much for this recipe
Hey Dayana,
you’re very welcome! I’m delighted to hear that you loved the cookies! Happy baking, and enjoy these tasty treats!
As a truck driver I’m always on the lookout for healthy snack options & these little gems “hit the spot”.
Thank you so much for trying out the recipe! I’m thrilled to hear that these oatmeal walnut cookies made for a satisfying and healthy snack on the road. If you have any more questions or need other recipe recommendations, feel free to ask. Safe travels out there!