Can I use a different nut butter instead of sunflower seed butter?

While sunflower seed butter gives these cookies their unique flavor, you could try almond or cashew butter, though the taste profile will change slightly.

How do I achieve a chewier versus a crispier cookie?

For a chewier cookie, bake for 15 minutes; for a crispier texture, extend the baking time to 25 minutes, as indicated in step 5.

What is sodium-free baking soda, and can I use regular baking soda?

Sodium-free baking soda is used in this recipe, but if you don't have it, regular baking soda can be substituted, though it will add sodium to the cookies.

How should I store these Sunflower Seed Butter Oatmeal Cookies?

Once cooled, store the cookies in an airtight container to maintain their freshness and texture.

Can I omit the carob chips or raisins?

Yes, you can omit either the carob chips or raisins, or substitute them with other mix-ins like chopped nuts or dried cranberries, adjusting the total quantity to maintain consistency.

4.2K Views 6 years ago

Sunflower Seed Butter Oatmeal Cookies
[Vegan]

Name: Sunflower Seed Butter Oatmeal Cookies [Vegan]
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 2 dozen
Ingredients: 2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats; 3/4 cup unsweetened apple sauce; 1/3 cup sunflower seed butter; 1/4 cup date sugar.; 1/3 cup raisins; 1/3 cup unsweetened vegan carob chips; 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract; 1-2 tsp cinnamon; 3 tsp store-bought Egg Replacer plus 4 tbsp warm water as egg replacer (replaces 2 eggs); 2 tsp baking soda, sodium free Baking Soda; 1 tbsp lemon juice

JS By: Jennifer Strohmeyer

Author Bio

Pure Thyme is a blog where Jennifer shares her passion for pure food, simple and... Read More

Order with Instacart Download Our App

A stack of golden-brown vegan Sunflower Seed Butter Oatmeal Cookies, dotted with raisins and carob chips, on a cooling rack.

For brands

Want to reach our audience?

Partner with One Green Planet →

Discover more recipes with these ingredients

Sunflower Seed Butter Oatmeal Cookies [Vegan]

2 dozen

Dairy Free

Vegan

What’s so great about sunflower seed butter? It’s peanut-free, tree-nut free, and gluten-free, so it’s great for people with these types of food allergies. It also has 1/3 less saturated fat than peanut butter and 27 percent of your daily recommended allowance of Vitamin E in one serving, and it’s... Read More

Ingredients You Need for Sunflower Seed Butter Oatmeal Cookies [Vegan]

2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
3/4 cup unsweetened apple sauce
1/3 cup sunflower seed butter
1/4 cup date sugar.
1/3 cup raisins
1/3 cup unsweetened vegan carob chips
1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
1-2 tsp cinnamon
3 tsp store-bought Egg Replacer plus 4 tbsp warm water as egg replacer (replaces 2 eggs)
2 tsp baking soda, sodium free Baking Soda
1 tbsp lemon juice

Order with Instacart Download Our App

How to Prepare Sunflower Seed Butter Oatmeal Cookies [Vegan]

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Line cookie sheets with parchment paper, use nonstick baking mats or lightly spray a nonstick baking sheet with cooking spray.
Mix ingredients all together.
Drop by tablespoons 2 inches apart onto the prepared baking sheet.
Bake at 350° for 15-25 minutes (15 minutes for a chewier cookie and 25 minutes for a crispier one).
Allow to cool slightly before transferring to wire racks to cool. When cool, store cookies in airtight container.