Healthy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies offer a delicious way to satisfy your sweet cravings without refined sugar or white flour. These cookies are soft, chewy, and made with wholesome ingredients that make them perfect for a snack or dessert.
INGREDIENTS- Quick oats: 1 cup
- Whole wheat flour: 3/4 cup
- Baking powder: 1 1/2 tsp
- Cinnamon: 1 1/2 tsp
- Kosher salt: 1/2 tsp
- Butter (melted and cooled): 2 tbsp
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Large egg: 1
- Honey: 1/2 cup
- Dark chocolate chips: 1/2 to 3/4 cup (divided)
- Step 1:
- Begin by heating your oven to 325°F and prepare a baking tray with parchment.
- Step 2:
- In one bowl, mix together oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Step 3:
- In another small bowl, blend the melted butter with vanilla, egg, and honey until smooth.
- Step 4:
- Integrate the dry mixture into the wet blend until just merged and then mix in half of the chocolate chips.
- Step 5:
- Put the dough into the fridge for half an hour.
- Step 6:
- Form 12-15 cookie shapes from the dough and arrange them on the baking tray.
- Step 7:
- Bake for 12-13 minutes and then add the rest of the chocolate chips onto the warm cookies’ tops.
- Step 8:
- Wait for them to cool before enjoying them.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container for up to a week. They remain soft and chewy for days!
- Warm them up slightly for a fresh-from-the-oven taste.
- For added texture, you can mix in nuts or dried fruit along with the chocolate chips.
- Adjust the amount of chocolate chips based on your preference for sweetness and richness.
Tips from Well-Known Chefs
- Chill the dough for better shape retention and a richer flavor. This step allows the flavors to meld and prevents spreading.
Healthy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies prove that you can indulge in a sweet, chewy cookie without refined sugar or white flour. Made with wholesome ingredients, they’re perfect for a quick snack or a healthier dessert option that doesn’t sacrifice flavor.
FAQsCan I use rolled oats instead of quick oats?
Yes, but the texture will be slightly different. You may want to pulse the rolled oats in a food processor for a finer texture.
What other sweeteners can I use?
Maple syrup or agave can be used as alternatives to honey. Adjust the quantity to taste.
Can I make these cookies gluten-free?
Yes, use a gluten-free flour blend and certified gluten-free oats. The results will still be delicious and chewy.
How can I make these cookies vegan?
Replace the egg with a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tbsp water) and use coconut oil instead of butter.