These five ingredient nutrient dense, delicious Cookies are simply magic. Superfoods Walnuts and Egg Yolks are blended in a food processor with Coconut Sugar and Vanilla Extract then shaped into Cookies, topped with good quality Cocoa Nibs and baked to perfection. They couldn’t be easier to make and they’re loaded with healthy fats, protein, fiber and omega 3s. My kind of baking.
Variations of these Cookies (Nun-e Gerdui) are made in Iran with children to celebrate Nowruz. We put our spin on a traditional recipe by using Coconut Sugar, which has a lower glycemic index than Brown Sugar, contains minerals and adds a delicious caramel like flavor to desserts. We also, as I love to do, mixed it all in a food processor for ease, and added Chocolate which goes so well with Walnuts.
Nowruz or ‘new day’ is a Persian spiritual holiday commemorated in various countries that celebrates the advent of spring on the vernal equinox. The main theme around Nowruz is renewal, with focus on the rebirth of nature, and the cleansing of the soul and the home. It’s centered around joy, togetherness and of course food.
Walnuts health benefits: source
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rich in antioxidants and can reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol
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significantly higher in omega-3s than any other nut
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may decrease inflammation
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can help promote a healthy gut
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may reduce the risk of some cancers
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may help regulate appetite and weight
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may help manage and lower your risk for type 2 diabetes
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may help lower your blood pressure
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may benefit brain health
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may improve sperm health and male fertility
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are an excellent source of healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals