More super foods combined in a yummy treat! Pumpkin is an excellent source of vitamin A and fibre, is good for your skin, can help ward of depression and may have cancer fighting properties. Cacao is one of the best natural sources of magnesium and is also a great source of antioxidants and essential minerals like iron and potassium.
- 1 cup pumpkin
- 1/2 cup raw cane sugar
- 1/2 cup applesauce
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cacao nibs
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Combine pumpkin, sugar, applesauce, egg and vanilla. In a seperate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Slowly add flour mixture to the pumpkin mixture and mix well. Stir in the cacao nibs and walnuts. Drop by spoonfuls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake at 350 degrees for 9 to 10 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack. Store in an airtight container.
Makes 3 dozen cookies.
Makes 3 dozen cookies.
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