Description
Wholesome and chewy oatmeal cookies made with nutritious ingredients like rolled oats, whole wheat flour, and natural sweeteners. These guilt-free treats are perfect for a healthy snack or dessert, offering a delightful texture and customizable add-ins.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/3 cup coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips or nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In large bowl, whisk together melted coconut oil, honey/maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- In separate bowl, combine rolled oats, whole wheat flour, and baking soda.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, stirring until combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto baking sheet and flatten slightly.
- Bake 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool on baking sheet 5 minutes before transferring to wire rack.
Notes
- Use old-fashioned oats for best texture.
- Dough will be sticky; avoid overmixing.
- Store in airtight container at room temperature for 1 week.
- Freeze dough balls for up to 3 months; bake from frozen adding 1-2 minutes.
- For gluten-free version, use gluten-free oats and flour.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert/Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg