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Best Easy Healthy Cookies

Best Easy Healthy Cookies
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Discover a simple and wholesome recipe for Best Easy Healthy Cookies that are quick to make and perfect for guilt-free snacking. These cookies combine natural ingredients like rolled oats, almond flour, and chia seeds to provide a nutritious treat with a perfect balance of crispy edges and chewy centers. Ideal for an energy boost or a sweet bite anytime, they are gluten-free, low in refined sugar, and customizable with your favorite add-ins.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • Optional spices: ½ teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger

Wet Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup coconut oil, melted
  • ¼ cup natural sweetener (honey or maple syrup)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Add-ins

  • ¼ cup dark chocolate chips
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries or raisins
  • 2 tablespoons sunflower or pumpkin seeds

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make clean-up easy.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, almond flour, chia seeds, baking soda, and any spices you’re using. Stir well to evenly distribute everything.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together melted coconut oil, natural sweetener, and vanilla extract until smooth and slightly creamy.
  4. Blend Wet and Dry: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until you have a cohesive dough. Fold in any add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts at this point.
  5. Shape Cookies: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, scoop out dough and place rounded mounds on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten slightly with your fingers for an even bake.
  6. Bake Until Golden: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges turn golden brown but the center remains soft. Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Measure almond flour gently by spooning into the cup to avoid packing, ensuring the right texture.
  • Do not overmix dough; combine ingredients until just mixed to keep cookies tender and chewy.
  • Use room temperature wet ingredients for even blending and smoother dough.
  • Adjust amount of honey or maple syrup to control the sweetness according to your preference.
  • Chill dough in the fridge for 30 minutes if you want firmer, thicker cookies that hold their shape better.

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