Chocolate Date Cookies

Number of Servings: 20

Ingredients:

• 2 cups pitted dates
• 5 pieces apricot (optional for extra sweetness)
• 3/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• A pinch of salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup chocolate chips, or finely chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions:

• In a food processor, start by blending dates and apricots with oil.
• Next, beat in the eggs and vanilla.
• Add all remaining ingredients except the chocolate chips and keep mixing.
• Add the chocolate chips or walnut and mix with hand
• Scoop the dough, then roll it between your hands to form a ball. Flatten it and place it on a baking sheet. Don’t forget to decorate it with some extra chocolate chips
• Bake for around 12-15 minutes