Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Mix dates and almond butter in a food processor, until it forms a paste.
Add the date paste to a mixer, and combine the wet ingredients - egg, lemon juice, applesauce, and vanilla extract.
Add the dry ingredients - almond flour, oatmeal, coconut flakes, baking soda, and salt. Mix until combined.
Use a medium cookie scoop to place cookies on a baking sheet covered with parchment paper. Lightly press each cookie with a fork to flatten.
Bake for 11-12 minutes.