Description
These Healthy Oatmeal Cookies are everything you crave in a cookie—chewy, warm, satisfying—yet packed with better-for-you ingredients that make them a smart choice for snacking or breakfast. Made with rolled oats, whole wheat flour, and natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup, these cookies are perfect for anyone looking for quick breakfast ideas, easy dessert options, or healthy snack recipes. Whether you’re baking for your family, prepping weekday treats, or just craving something sweet without the guilt, this easy recipe delivers every time.
Ingredients
1 cup rolled oats
3/4 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup coconut oil or unsalted butter, softened
1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
1/4 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup raisins, chopped dates, or dark chocolate chips (optional)
1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, mix oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream coconut oil (or butter) with maple syrup and brown sugar until fluffy.
4. Add egg and vanilla to wet mixture and blend well.
5. Slowly combine dry ingredients with wet, stirring gently.
6. Fold in optional raisins, chocolate chips, or nuts.
7. Scoop dough onto the baking sheet, spacing cookies 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
9. Let cool on tray for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
10. Enjoy fresh or store for later!
Notes
Slightly underbake for a softer, chewier texture.
Use a flax egg for a vegan version (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water).
Store with a slice of bread to keep cookies moist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snack, Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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