This morning my boys asked if they could make cookies before our 10 am snack time. Since I had absolutely no idea what to have for a snack I absolutely agreed! This recipe was born out of what we had in the pantry.

• 1/2 cup room temperature butter
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup sourdough discard
• 1/2 cup applesauce (1 egg would work too!)
• 5-6 chopped dates
• Chopped pecans (no idea how much, we finished off the bag!)
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 cups flour

Step 1: Combine the wet ingredients

Cream the butter and sugar, then add in the sourdough

Step 2: Add in everything else

We’re keeping it simple. Add in the remaining ingredients and mix until it is a cookie dough consistency.

Step 3: Bake

Roll the dough into balls and place on a greased cookie sheet. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden. Let cool and enjoy!