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Walnut Fennel Cookies

Irresistible Walnut Fennel Cookies for a Cozy Treat

These Walnut Fennel Cookies blend nutty flavor and aromatic spices for a delightful vegan and gluten-free dessert.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup Walnuts chopped, can substitute with pecans or hazelnuts
  • 1 tablespoon Fennel Seeds can use ground anise if unavailable
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon substitute with nutmeg or allspice
  • 1 teaspoon Cardamom ground or seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger fresh ginger for more intense flavor
  • 2 cups Gluten-Free Flour Blend brown rice flour is a substitute
  • 1/2 cup Tapioca Flour replace with arrowroot powder if needed
  • 1 cup Sugar coconut sugar or maple sugar is a healthier alternative
  • 1/2 cup Plant-Based Milk almond or oat works well

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: gluten-free flour, tapioca flour, cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and sugar.
  2. In another bowl, blend together the wet ingredients—plant-based milk and vanilla extract—until smooth.
  3. Gradually fold the wet mixture into your dry ingredients using a spatula until a cohesive dough forms.
  4. Add in chopped walnuts and fennel seeds, folding them in until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  5. Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover, and chill for at least 15 minutes.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), then bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until edges are golden brown.
  7. Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before decorating with icing or powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure you chill the dough for at least 15 minutes before baking to achieve the perfect texture.

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