Best 5 Bals Lentil Cookies Recipes

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Bals lentil cookies are a unique and delightful confection that blends the savory flavors of lentils with the comforting taste of traditional cookies. While not as commonly known as other cookie varieties, these lentil cookies are a hidden gem that deserves to be explored. Whether you're looking for a healthier alternative to classic treats or simply seeking a unique and interesting flavor combination, this article will guide you through the world of bals lentil cookies. With tips on choosing the right ingredients and step-by-step instructions, you'll be able to create these delicious cookies in no time. So, let's embark on a culinary journey and discover the secrets behind these exceptional cookies, made with the goodness of lentils and a touch of sweetness.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LENTIL COOKIES



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 1/2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 15

9 1/2 ounces whole-wheat pastry flour, approximately 2 cups*
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
8 ounces sugar, approximately 1 cup
6 ounces unsalted butter, room temperature, approximately 3/4 cup
1 egg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups lentil puree, recipe follows
3 1/2 ounces rolled oats, approximately 1 cup
4 ounces dried fruit, approximately 1 cup
2 1/4 ounces unsweetened dried shredded coconut, approximately 1 cup
4 ounces lentils, approximately 2/3 cup, picked over and rinsed
2 cups water

Steps:

  • *Cook's Note: If desired, a quarter of the whole-wheat flour can be substituted with lentil flour for a denser, stronger flavored cookie
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and allspice.
  • In the bowl of a stand-mixer with a whisk attachment, cream together the sugar and butter on medium speed. Add the egg and mix until just incorporated. Add the vanilla and lentil puree and mix until combined. Add the flour mixture and blend on low speed until just combined. Remove the bowl from the mixer and stir in the oats, dried fruit and coconut.
  • Form the dough into balls about 2 teaspoons in size and place on a baking sheet with parchment paper, leaving about 1-inch of room in between. Bake for 15 to 17 minutes, or until an internal temperature of 195 degrees F is reached on an instant-read thermometer.
  • In a small pot over medium heat, combine the lentils and the water. Bring to a simmer, cover, and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes, or until lentils are tender. Remove from the heat and puree. If using immediately, let cool. The puree may be stored in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days or in the freezer for 2 to 3 months.
  • Yield: 1 1/2 cups lentil puree

LENTIL "MEATBALLS" RECIPE BY TASTY



Lentil

Here's what you need: olive oil, garlic, shallot, green lentil, egg, tomato paste, fresh italian parsley, grated parmesan cheese, whole wheat breadcrumbs, italian seasoning, salt, pepper

Provided by Kahnita Wilkerson

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil, plus 1 tsp, divided
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 shallot, minced
1 ½ cups green lentil, cooked
1 egg
1 tablespoon tomato paste
¼ cup fresh italian parsley, chopped
⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon whole wheat breadcrumbs
1 ½ tablespoons italian seasoning
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375˚F (190˚C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat then add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, shallot and garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly golden brown then remove from heat.
  • To a food processor, add the garlic and shallot, lentils, egg, 1 teaspoon of olive oil, tomato paste, parsley, Parmesan, bread crumbs, Italian seasonings, salt, and pepper and pulse, mixing until just combined.
  • Transfer the mixture to a medium-sized bowl.
  • Use a cookie dough scoop to scoop out balls of mixture then carefully form into balls.
  • Arrange on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
  • Bake for 10-15 minutes.
  • Remove meatballs from oven and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes.
  • Serve with spaghetti.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 0 grams

LENTIL BOLOGNESE



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Delicious vegetarian sauce for pasta, so tasty, and as nice as a meat bolognese. It can also be served with potatoes.

Provided by sorchaspud

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 52m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil, or to taste
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed and finely chopped
½ red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 carrot, cut into small cubes
½ cup thinly sliced mushrooms
½ cup red wine
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup vegetable broth
1 (15 ounce) can green lentils, drained
1 teaspoon ground paprika, or more to taste
1 teaspoon dried basil, or more to taste
1 teaspoon dried oregano, or more to taste
1 teaspoon mixed dried herbs, or to taste
1 pinch ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and garlic until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in red bell pepper and carrot; cook for 4 to 5 minutes. Add mushrooms; cook and stir until softened, about 2 minutes.
  • Pour wine into the pot; simmer until slightly reduced, about 1 minute. Stir in diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring sauce to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until flavors combine, 10 to 15 minutes. Stir in lentils, paprika, basil, oregano, dried herbs, and nutmeg; cook until lentils are heated through, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201.9 calories, Carbohydrate 27.2 g, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 10.5 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 398.6 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

BAL'S LENTIL COOKIES



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I know this sounds strange, and I haven't tried it yet, but the reviews are so good, I must try it and posting here for safekeeping. Bal Arneson from Spice Goddess on the Cooking Channel is the creator. You can make these vegan by substituting Earth balance butter for the butter, one tablespoon flaxseed meal mixed with 3 T water(see Recipe #395664) for the egg and vegan chocolate chips.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 1h5m

Yield 24 small cookies

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup mixed lentils
1 cup butter (2 sticks)
1 cup brown sugar
1 egg
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup quick-cooking rolled oats
1 cup slivered almonds
1 cup pumpkin seeds
1 cup chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Cook the lentils in boiling water for 35 minutes. Strain the lentils and crush with a fork.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a cookie sheet or line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a bowl, cream the crushed cooked lentils, butter, and brown sugar together and then add the egg and blend. Add the flour, baking soda, and vanilla. Stir in the oats, slivered almonds, pumpkin seeds, and chocolate chips and mix well.
  • Drop the cookies by the spoonful onto the prepared baking sheet and flatten. Bake the cookies for 13 to 18 minutes and allow to cool on a baking rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235, Fat 15.2, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 28.1, Sodium 127.2, Carbohydrate 22.6, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 13.2, Protein 5.1

LENTIL COOKIES



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Make and share this Lentil Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ellie3763

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 1/2 dozen, 54 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

9 1/2 ounces whole wheat pastry flour (about 2 cups)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
8 ounces sugar (about 1 cup)
6 ounces unsalted butter, room temperature (about 3/4 cup)
1 egg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 ounces lentils, sorted and rinsed (about 2/3 cup)
2 cups water
1 cup dried fruit
1 cup rolled oats
1 cup unsweetened dried shredded coconut

Steps:

  • In a small pot over medium heat, combine the lentils and the water.
  • Bring to a simmer, cover, and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
  • Remove from the heat and puree. If using immediately, let cool. The puree may be stored in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days or in the freezer for 2 to 3 months.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and allspice.
  • In the bowl of a stand-mixer with a whisk attachment, cream together the sugar and butter on medium speed.
  • Add the egg and mix until just incorporated.
  • Add the vanilla and lentil puree and mix until combined.
  • Add the flour mixture and blend on low speed until just combined.
  • Remove the bowl from the mixer and stir in the oats, dried fruit and coconut.
  • Form the dough into balls about 2 teaspoons in size and place on a baking sheet with parchment paper, leaving about 1-inch of room in between.
  • Bake for 15 to 17 minutes, or until an internal temperature of 195 degrees F is reached on an instant-read thermometer.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality lentils: Look for lentils that are plump and free of blemishes. Avoid lentils that are split or have a dusty appearance.
  • Rinse the lentils thoroughly: Before cooking the lentils, rinse them thoroughly in cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Cook the lentils until they are tender: The lentils should be cooked until they are tender but still hold their shape. Overcooked lentils will become mushy.
  • Use a food processor to grind the lentils: A food processor is the easiest way to grind the lentils into a fine flour. You can also use a blender or a mortar and pestle.
  • Add flavorings to the lentil flour: You can add a variety of flavorings to the lentil flour, such as spices, herbs, or extracts. This will help to enhance the flavor of the cookies.
  • Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough before baking will help to prevent the cookies from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies until they are golden brown: The cookies should be baked until they are golden brown around the edges. Overbaked cookies will be dry and crumbly.

Conclusion:

Lentil cookies are a delicious and healthy snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a good source of protein, fiber, and iron. Lentil cookies are also a good way to get children to eat more lentils. With a variety of flavorings to choose from, lentil cookies can be customized to suit everyone's taste. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious snack, give lentil cookies a try.

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