With the weather starting to chill and the produce department changing to seasonal produce for fall (pumpkins, cranberries, apples, etc), the holiday mood is upon us – hooray!

With that in mind, here is the perfect raw vegan holiday cookie to help get you in the holiday spirit. With every delicious bite you’ll think… Holidays! If you’re looking for a heart healthy, can’t eat just one, easy, and super satiating cookie recipe that takes only minutes to make, then look no more. This is a terrific dessert recipe to take as a dish to pass at holiday dinners and parties. And, it’s one of those great raw food recipes that you can make in advance of the holidays and store in your freezer.

Oh, and one more thing… everyone who makes these loves these.

Pecan Spice Delight Cookies (raw, vegan)

Yield 10 to 20 cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups raw pecans
• 1/2 cup unsweetened, shredded, and dried coconut
• 1 tablespoon lucuma powder (optional)
• pinch Himalayan crystal salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 10 soft medjool dates, pitted

Preparation:

1. Process all of the ingredients, except for the raisins and dates, in a food processor, fitted with the “S” blade, until coarsely ground.
2. Add the raisins and dates and continue processing until the mixture begins to stick together when pressed between your fingers.
3. Roll and form into desired shapes and sizes.