Healthy Molasses Cookies

these are almost fat-free and pretty good.

• Ready In: 55 mins
• Serves: 20-24

Ingredients

• 3⁄4 cup dried pitted prunes
• 1⁄3 cup hot water
• 3⁄4 cup sugar
• 1⁄4 cup brown sugar
• 1⁄4 cup molasses
• 1  egg
• 2 1⁄4 cups flour
• 1 1⁄4 cups oatmeal
• 1  teaspoon cinnamon
• 1⁄2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground ginger

Directions

1. Puree the prunes and hot water in a food processor.
2. Mix with the sugar, molasses, and egg on medium until well blended.
3. Add the dry ingredients and mix until a sticky batter forms.
4. Wrap and refrigerate 2/3 hours or until dough is easy to handle.
5. Roll into 1 inch balls, roll in sugar, and bake for 13-15 minutes at 350 degrees F.