SUNFLOWER KERNEL COOKIES

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For a deliciously different treat, try these soft fruity cookies. They're packed with crisp sunflower kernels.-Bonnie Neuberger, Clark, South Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield about 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup chopped raisins
1/3 cup chopped dried apricots
3 tablespoons apple juice
1/2 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup roasted salted sunflower kernels, divided

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the raisins, apricots and apple juice; set aside. In a bowl, cream butter and sugars. Add egg and mix well. Combine flour, oats and baking powder; add to the creamed mixture. Stir in raisin mixture and 1/3 cup sunflower kernels. Chill. , Shape dough into 1-in. balls and place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets; flatten slightly. Sprinkle with the remaining sunflower kernels. , Bake at 375° for 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 57mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

the killer x
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I love experimenting with different add-ins to these cookies. My favorite is chocolate chips.


Diamond Roberson
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These cookies are a great make-ahead snack. I always have a batch in the freezer.


Alyssa Embry
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I've made these cookies several times now and they always turn out perfect.


Leo Benitez
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These cookies are a great way to get your kids to eat sunflower kernels.


Ty Crawford
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. These cookies are now one of my favorites.


Addi Ashworth
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These cookies are the perfect balance of sweet and salty.


Gloria Mbayo
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I made these cookies for my friends and they all loved them.


water waterierpie9228
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These cookies are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.


Lee Fowler
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I love the way these cookies smell while they're baking.


Sk Shakil
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These cookies are perfect for a party or potluck.


Abdullah Raja
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I'm always looking for new cookie recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper.


Siphesihle “Masokisi” lindokuhle
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These cookies are a great source of protein and fiber.


Crazy Haker 999
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I love the texture of these cookies. They're so chewy and soft.


Shaheer jutt900
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These cookies are a great way to use up leftover sunflower kernels.


Zwonaka Nemutamba
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These cookies are now my go-to dessert.


Tiaan Kotze
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These cookies are the perfect snack for on the go. They're filling and satisfying.


Amiyah Perez
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I love the way these cookies taste. They're so nutty and flavorful.


JB Duncan
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These cookies were a hit with my family! They're so easy to make and they taste delicious.