HEALTHY OATMEAL COOKIES
Healthy oatmeal cookies are chewy, lightly sweetened, and packed with wholesome oats. Perfect for a nutritious snack or dessert, these easy cookies are satisfying, kid-friendly, and a better-for-you treat without sacrificing taste.
Ingredients
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- ¾ cup whole wheat flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ cup coconut oil or unsalted butter melted
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup raisins chocolate chips, or nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine oats, flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk melted coconut oil, honey, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine Batter: Stir wet ingredients into dry ingredients until combined. Fold in optional add-ins.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop 2 tablespoons of batter per cookie onto the baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly.
- Bake: Bake 12–15 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Flavor Variations: Add dried fruit, chocolate chips, or shredded coconut for extra flavor.
- Serving Suggestions: Perfect with a cup of tea, coffee, or as a healthy snack for kids.
- Storage Tips: Can be frozen for up to 1 month; thaw at room temperature before serving.