Description
These Healthy Oatmeal Cookies are soft, chewy, and naturally sweetened with maple syrup or honey. They’re made with whole grains, wholesome fats, and dried fruit for a delicious treat that’s also nourishing. Perfect for breakfast on the go, school snacks, or an afternoon pick-me-up.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups rolled oats
¾ cup whole wheat flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
⅓ cup coconut oil or unsalted butter, melted
⅓ cup maple syrup or honey
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup raisins or dried cranberries
⅓ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil (or butter), maple syrup (or honey), egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. In a separate large bowl, mix the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Add nuts here if using.
4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and stir until just combined. Fold in raisins or cranberries.
5. Scoop the dough using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, place on the baking sheet, and flatten slightly with the back of a spoon.
6. Bake for 10–12 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
7. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For best results, use old-fashioned rolled oats instead of quick or steel-cut oats.
Chill the dough for 15 minutes if your kitchen is warm to prevent spreading.
Swap raisins with dark chocolate chips for a chocolatey twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Cookies
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg