Maple Walnut Cookies

Makes 24 cookies These cookies are not only a delicious treat, but they are a wonderful source of omega-3 fatty acids.      2½ cups walnuts 1/2 cup pure maple syrup ¼ cup nut butter (e.g., almond, hazelnut, mixed) 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract ½ teaspoon salt ¾ cup oat flour (or flour of your choice) 1/3 cup ground flaxseeds 1/3 cup dried cranberries, cherries, goji berries or coconut (optional) 24 pecan halves 2-3 tablespoons maple syrup for brushing on pecan halves

1. Preheat oven to 350 F.
2. In a food processor, grind walnuts until they are finely chopped.
3. In a medium-sized bowl, stir together the maple syrup, nut butter, vanilla, and salt.
4. Add walnuts, oat flour, flaxseeds, and cranberries (if using). Stir to combine.
5. Spray 2 cookie sheets or line 2 cookie sheets with silicone mats.
6. Drop dough on cookie sheets with a spoon and flatten with a fork dipped in water.
7. Top with a pecan half. Brush with maple syrup.
8. Bake 15-20 minutes or until slightly golden on edges.