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Baking healthy oat cookies with oats and natural ingredients

Healthy Oat Cookies

Delicious and healthy oat cookies packed with crunch and sweetness, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 ½ cups rolled oats (not instant)
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour (or all-purpose flour)
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional) Optional for added crunch
  • ½ cup raisins or dried cranberries (optional) Optional for added sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk (any kind)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, chopped nuts, raisins, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
  2. In another bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Beat in the egg and then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Stir in the milk until the dough is slightly sticky but holds its shape.
  6. Optionally, chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Baking
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheet, leaving 2 inches between cookies.
  3. Optionally, flatten the dough balls for thinner cookies.
  4. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  5. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Cookies can be made healthier by reducing sugar or substituting ingredients. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to a week.