Apple Cookies

I really couldn't go several weeks without something sweet, so I went in search of something I could actually eat. I got this recipe from a friend and made a few minor adjustments to make them vegan :) Just to let you know, because these cookies have applesauce in them and no real binder, they are not your normal cookies and are a little crumbly - maybe I should call them fork or spoon eatin' cookies?

2 large apples or 3 small-medium apples

2 cups almonds

1/2 cups applesauce (make sure no sugar or high-fructose corn syrup)

1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes

2 teaspoons coconut oil, melted

2 teaspoons vanilla

1 tablespoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

1 teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons agave

5 dates, chopped

Directions

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
• Put apples in blender or food processor to puree them, I just left the skin on
• Put almonds in the food processor and pulse a few times to make them chunky
• In a bowl add all the ingredients and mix well. 
• Spoon batter onto a baking sheet (use silpad or wax paper if you have it)
• Bake for about 30 minutes until the edges are golden brown. 
• Remove from the oven and let cool on the silpad for 15 minutes then careful place on a serving plate!