Apricot Coconut Oatmeal Cookies

Ingredients

• 2 cups oat groats (or rolled oats)
• 2 cups of dried apricots
• 1 cup shredded coconut, unsweetened
• 1/2 cup grated fresh apple (2 medium-size apples)
• 1/2 cup pitted dates, chopped coarsely
• 4 tbsp coconut oil
• 2 tbsp coconut nectar (or pure maple syrup)
• 1 tsp natural vanilla extract
• 1 tsp grated lemon zest
• Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients into a food processor; fix in the blade; pulse to combine well.
2. Pour the blended mixture into a large bowl; use your hands to work on mixture and mold into balls. Add additional flavors to taste. Add extra sweetener or lemon zest if desired.
3. Mold dough into medium-sized cookies; place on dehydrator sheets. Place in a dehydrator and dry cookies at 100°F (38°C) for 12 to 15 hours or until desired cookie state is achieved.