A Guilt-Free, Gut-Friendly, Egg-Free & Dairy-Free Treat!
Looking for a naturally sweet, energy-boosting snack that’s egg-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free? These No-Bake Pistachio Date Cookies with Vanilla Cashew Butter Coating are the ultimate healthy, no-bake treat! 😍
✅ 100% Dairy-Free & Egg-Free – Perfect for those with allergies or dietary restrictions!
✅ No Baking Required – Just blend, shape, chill, and dip!
✅ SCD, Paleo, & GAPS-Friendly – Made with whole, gut-friendly ingredients.
✅ Naturally Sweetened – Medjool dates provide a rich, caramel-like flavor with no refined sugar.
✅ Nutrient-Packed – Loaded with healthy fats, fiber, and plant-based protein for lasting energy.
Let’s dive into this easy, no-bake recipe! 🔥
Why You’ll Love These No-Bake Cookies 💚
✔ 100% Egg-Free & Dairy-Free – No butter, no eggs, no problem! Just wholesome, plant-based ingredients.
✔ Gut-Friendly & Anti-Inflammatory – Free from gluten, grains, dairy, and refined sugar.
✔ Quick & Easy – No oven required—simply mix, shape, freeze, and dip!
✔ Perfect for Any Time of Day – Enjoy as a pre-workout snack, afternoon energy boost, or healthy dessert.
Ingredients You’ll Need 🛒
For the Cookie Base:
- 12 Medjool dates, pitted
- 1 cup raw cashews
- ½ cup raw pistachios
- ¼ cup shredded unsweetened coconut
For the Vanilla Cashew Butter Coating:
- ½ cup cashew butter (no added sugar)
- ¼ cup cacao butter
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Dash of salt
✅ No dairy, no eggs, no problem! This coating is 100% dairy-free and plant-based.
How to Make No-Bake Pistachio Date Cookies 👩🍳
Step 1: Make the Cookie Base
1️⃣ Add the dates, cashews, pistachios, and shredded coconut to a food processor.
2️⃣ Process until the mixture forms a sticky dough that holds together.
3️⃣ If the mixture is too crumbly, add 1–2 extra dates until it binds.
4️⃣ Shape the cookies:
- Press the dough into a silicone muffin top pan OR
- Roll into small balls and flatten into ¼-inch thick rounds on a parchment-lined sheet.
5️⃣ Freeze for at least 1 hour before coating.
Step 2: Prepare the Dairy-Free Vanilla Cashew Butter Coating
1️⃣ In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the cashew butter, cacao butter, and coconut oil together.
2️⃣ Simmer for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until smooth.
3️⃣ Remove from heat and let cool for 7–8 minutes before whisking in the vanilla extract and salt.
4️⃣ Transfer the coating to a deep bowl or container for easy dipping.
Step 3: Dip & Set the Cookies
1️⃣ Remove the frozen cookies from the freezer.
2️⃣ Dip each cookie halfway into the vanilla cashew butter coating, leaving one side uncoated for a beautiful two-tone effect.
3️⃣ If you prefer a fully coated cookie, simply double the coating recipe.
4️⃣ Place the dipped cookies back on the parchment-lined sheet.
5️⃣ Freeze for at least 30 minutes to let the coating harden.
Storage Tips: Keep Them Fresh! 🥶
✔ Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
✔ Freezer: Keep frozen for a longer-lasting treat—just let them thaw for 1–2 minutes before eating!
The Perfect Egg-Free & Dairy-Free Snack for Energy & Gut Health 🏋️♀️
These no-bake pistachio date cookies aren’t just delicious—they’re packed with healthy fats, fiber, and natural energy to keep you fueled throughout the day!
🌿 Pistachios add a delicate nuttiness and a subtle green hue.
🍯 Medjool dates provide natural sweetness and essential minerals.
🥥 Coconut & cashews bring a creamy, nutrient-rich texture—without dairy!
Perfect as a:
✅ Pre-workout snack 💪
✅ Afternoon energy boost ⚡
✅ Post-dinner healthy treat 🍪
These SCD, Paleo, and GAPS-friendly cookies are a fantastic alternative to processed sweets—without sacrificing flavor!
Have You Tried This Recipe? Let’s Connect! 💬
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No-Bake Pistachio Date Cookies with Vanilla Cashew Butter Coating
Equipment
- 2 Muffin Top pans (Optional – you can press the rounds onto a lined baking sheet)
- Meausring cups and spoons
- 1 small bowl
Ingredients
No-Bake Pistachio Cookies
- 12 Medjool dates
- 1 cup raw cashews
- ½ cup raw pistachios
- ¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
Vanilla Cashew Butter Coating
- ½ cup cashew butter
- ¼ cup cacoa butter
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- ½ tsp vanilla
- dash salt
Instructions
No-Bake Pistaschio Date Cookies
- Place all ingredients in food processor
- Process until all ingredients combine and the dough starts to ball up (if it's too crumbly to hold together, try adding one or two more dates)
- Scoop out one-inch balls of the dough and press flat into the muffin top cup or onto a parchment lined pan
- Freeze for at leat one hour
Vanilla Cashew Butter Coating
- Place cashew butter, cacoa butter, and coconut oil in a small saucepan
- Cook over medium-low heat for about five mintues until the ingredients are well combined and don't separate, stir occasionally
- Remove from heat and allow to cool 8 – 10 minutes
- Whisk in vanilla and salt
- Pour into small bowl that is deep enough to dip the cookies
- Dip half of cookie into the coating so it has a thick layer
- Place on parchment-lined pan
- Repeat with the rest of the cookies
- Freeze for at least 30 minutes to allow the coating to harde
- Store in refrigerator or freezer
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