Craving something sweet and cozy but want to keep it vegan? Look no further than these delicious Acorn Squash Cookies! They’re the perfect treat to enjoy on a chilly evening or to share with friends over tea. Packed with warm flavors and a hint of fall essence, these cookies are sure to become a new favorite in your vegan recipe collection. Let’s get baking!
**Acorn Squash Cookies**
**Ingredients:**
– 1 cup mashed acorn squash
– 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
– 1/2 cup maple syrup
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 2 cups whole wheat flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
– 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
– 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries (optional)
**Instructions:**
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed acorn squash, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth and well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves until evenly combined.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until a cohesive cookie dough forms.
5. If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans and raisins or dried cranberries for added texture and flavor.
6. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing the cookies about 1 inch apart.
7. Gently flatten each cookie with the back of a spoon or your fingers to your desired thickness.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the cookies are golden brown around the edges.
9. Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Enjoy your cozy Acorn Squash Cookies with a steaming mug of herbal tea or a glass of almond milk for a delightful vegan treat!
These Acorn Squash Cookies are a wonderful way to incorporate seasonal produce into your baking in a fun and unexpected way. The combination of the sweet acorn squash, warm spices, and crunchy nuts creates a truly irresistible cookie that is perfect for sharing with loved ones or enjoying as a solo indulgence. Give this recipe a try and watch as it becomes a new favorite in your vegan recipe rotation!
