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Reviewed: Nov. 21, 2009
These cookies were good, but need a few additions. This is a good base recipe to begin with and get creative. I did the following- 1) Added cinnamon, as suggested by so many reviewers - it's a must. 2) I added coconut flakes to half the batch and compared with/without. (1/4 cup) I think it is a lovely addition! 3) A little honey helps too. (2tbsp) * tip* these were very sticky and even though I used parchment paper, they still stuck to it. I found the key was to move to a cooling rack immediately after removing from oven. With the few additions, they've become a crowd pleaser in my home. Thanks for sharing!
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The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 3.84 star rating.
Reviewed: Nov. 21, 2009
They taste OK (pretty much like what you would expect from the ingredients), but I think it's a stretch to call them cookies.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.84 star rating.
Reviewed: Nov. 21, 2009
Great for little kids, but I wasn't that fond of them. If I have left over bananas I would rather have banana bread or muffins.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.84 star rating.
Reviewed: Nov. 13, 2009
I love this recipe! I was looking for a sugar free cookie recipe without artificial sweetners. And this one is great. It's mildly sweet and super easy to make. I followed the suggestion of other reviewers and substituted applesause for the oil, thereby making them even more healthy and they turned out perfectly.
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Reviewed: Nov. 12, 2009
I only had one banana, so I made the recipe for 12. I was out of rolled oats, so I used almost 2/3 cup oat bran instead. I didn't have any dates either. I did, however, add 1/4 tsp cinnamon, 1 Tbsp brown sugar, and a handful of chocolate chips. They taste good with a chewy, gooey texture.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.84 star rating.
Reviewed: Nov. 11, 2009
These were extreamly tasty and easy as well as versitile. I couldn't fine dates in my grocery store so i replaced them with dried, chopped apricots. Had abit of trouble making them into cookies (they just fell apart on pan) so i pressed them into bars. Add abit of mini chocolate chips and this is perfect. Next time I will be trying apple sauce instead of oil but the oil version is good if not so good for you. Husband (who wouldn't eat right if he had to) loved them and son just doesn't want to stop eating them, haha. Thanks for a great and easy recipe.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.84 star rating.
Reviewed: Nov. 8, 2009
This recipe wasis absolutely delicious and nutritious! I also substituted the applesauce for the oil, and added some diced apples, a little sweetener and cinnamon. I highly recommend this recipe, not only due to it's nutritional value, but also because it is easy to personalize. Just think of all the many combinations that can be made with the basics of oatmeal, bananas, and applesauce! You could add a different kind of applsauce, as Walmart has many flavors. The combos from the fresh or dried fruit also let you be creative, while not compromising the nutritional value. I give this recipe 5 stars!!
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The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 3.84 star rating.
Reviewed: Nov. 4, 2009
This recipe was not to our liking.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.84 star rating.
Reviewed: Oct. 24, 2009
I love how guilt-free these are... although I added a little guilt ;) I'm sure this recipe would have been fine on it's own, but maybe a little bland. These taste to me a bit like a granola bar type cookie. So, if you're looking for a fix for your sweet tooth, you won't find it here- think HEALTHY. I have a hard time not changing recipes, so here is what I did: added 1/2 C. flaked coconut (sweetened), 2 T. ground flax seeds, 1 C. semi-sweet choc. chips & 1/2 C. toasted chopped walnuts, 1 teaspoon cinnamon; I also reduced the oil a bit and added some applesauce to make up the difference. The cookies LOOKED like they had more chocolate than they really did because of the dark date pieces. Next time I might try adding some peanut butter and mini chips instead of the regular choc. chips, that sounded good. They don't crumble too badly, just a little on the edges if the cookie isn't shaped properly prior to baking.
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Reviewed: Oct. 22, 2009
I did not care for this recipe.
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Reviewed: Oct. 18, 2009
I would give these cookies only 3 stars if they weren't so darn healthy! I had no dates so I used prunes. I also substituted some peanut butter for most of the oil and added cinnamon and nutmeg. Overall they were just ok, but I liked that they used up my overripe bananas and satisfied a craving for baked goods without being full of sugar. That being said, I will probably make these again, maybe adding some nuts for crunch.
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Reviewed: Oct. 12, 2009
Very good. Used raisins instead of dates and substituted apple sauce for oil. Need to use parchment paper to bake though, I ran out on one pan and they stuck badly. My 4 year old loved them too. Great healthy snack to use old banana's for.
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Reviewed: Oct. 12, 2009
they were not sweet enough. my kids won't eat them.
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Reviewed: Oct. 11, 2009
These were good, but I found them absolutely delicious when I added a glob of natural peanut butter on top of them :). I also substituded applesauce in for the oil.
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Reviewed: Oct. 9, 2009
Very good and healthy. I substituted apple sauce in place of the oil, and added some spices like others suggested and added about 2 tbs. brown sugar... came out awesome!
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Reviewed: Oct. 7, 2009
Great for toddlers!! My youngest boy loves it! I add "Rice e Mixed Fruit" baby cereal and wheat germ. Also I substitute the oil for apple sauce (with calcium)and the dates for raisins. I love it because it's home made, natural and a good source of iron. Now that I know the consistency I use only one banana at a time and bake every other day.
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Reviewed: Oct. 7, 2009
Ty K.Gailbrath for such a wonderful recipe! I wrote about it in my blog today. Dates are hard to come bye here but I can see how they would work better then the raisins. i wasnt crazy about the oil. But hubby loves them and didnt even notice that they are healty lol so I give you a 4 star!
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Reviewed: Oct. 3, 2009
Worst cookie ever. Rubbery texture, tasted bad, a waste of good ingredients. I went to throw them out 5 days later, and they were moldy.
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Reviewed: Oct. 3, 2009
Wow, so happy to have a vegan cookie that even my teen daughter and her friends like! I'm not giving this recipe 5 stars because it's the best cookie I've ever eaten, but it is a great way to cure the cookie craving without white flour, white sugar, eggs or dairy! Very good in it's own category. I followed one reviewer's advice and ground half of the oats to try to improve the texture. I did use oil, and the cookies were not crumbly or difficult to work with at all. Adding a pinch of salt and your favorite spice is a must. I also added walnuts which, in my opinion, are very important to give some crunch and improve on the gooey, oatmeal-ish texture of the cookie. I also think the dates are a very important ingredient for sweetness and texture, and don't think other dried fruits would give as good of a result. There have been lots of comments on how long to bake the cookies, but honestly, it didn't seem to matter much to me. Some I cooked much longer than others, but they all turned out moist. The recipe made about 20 cookies for me. Thank you so much for sharing this healthy treat! They're almost gone already.
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Reviewed: Sep. 24, 2009
I like this one! I don't add the oil I just use applesauce. Also I don't make them as cookies I put it all in an 8x8 dish that I line with foil and bake them. They come out like chewy granola bars.
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