Healthy Oatmeal Cookies

Delicious and healthy homemade oatmeal cookies on a rustic wooden table

These Healthy Oatmeal Cookies are a delightful, nutritious treat that combines wholesome ingredients for a delicious snack. Ready in just 20 minutes and easily customizable, they are perfect for gatherings and family events.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 12

Total Time 20

Servings: 12 cookies

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 120

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

2 cups Rolled oats Look for gluten-free oats if you're sensitive to gluten.
1 cup Oat flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour.
1 tsp Baking powder
1 tsp Baking soda
1 tsp Cinnamon
0.5 tsp Nutmeg
0.5 tsp Salt

Wet Ingredients

0.5 cup Coconut oil, melted Can substitute with melted butter.
0.75 cup Coconut sugar Brown sugar works in a pinch.
0.5 cup Pure maple syrup Honey is a suitable alternative.
1 large Flax egg Use a flaxseed meal mixed with water.
1 tsp Vanilla extract

Method

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the oats, oat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
In a large bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, coconut sugar, maple syrup, flax egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined and thickened.
Use a medium cookie scoop to drop balls of dough on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each ball slightly with a fork.

Baking

Place into the preheated oven and bake for 8-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Allow cookies to cool on the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

Don't overcrowd the pan to allow cookies to spread. You can make extra cookies to ensure enough for everyone. Cooling allows for better flavor development and texture.