I came up with this recipe as I wanted something grain-free and only sweetened with dates. In truth, I’m on a grain and sugar-free diet and cheating my way trough the whole thing! All the tasting I have to do at Crumbs for new dishes and desserts hasn’t helped either. But that’s my job…right?

Using roasted chestnuts is a nice change from usual nut flours, and the flavor works so well with the dates and cinnamon. Both chestnuts and dates provide high levels of dietary fiber, minerals and vitamins….while the chestnuts also provide some ‘good’ fats

I used some lacuma as it helps by adding a little sweetness, and makes the dough less sticky. Lacuma is a superfood in powder form made from a South American fruit. It adds a sweet flavor however it’s very low in sugar. You can leave it out, or substitute it with a tablespoon of coconut flour or protein powder. I made these cookies the first time without it and they turned out great.

These cookies taste great with the date caramel centre, however you can certainly make them plain, especially if you want them less sweet. Adding the flaky sea salt takes it over the top, you’ll forget how healthy these cookies are supposed to be.