Deliciously Healthy Spiced Orange Oatmeal Cookies
These fiber-rich cookies are a perfect blend of wholesome oats and aromatic spices, enhanced by the refreshing flavor of orange zest. They have a chewy texture with a subtle crunch, making each bite a delightful experience.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup coconut oil melted
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1/2 cup raisins or chocolate chips optional
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, honey or maple syrup, egg, and orange zest until well blended.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. If using, fold in the raisins or chocolate chips.
- Shape the Cookies: Drop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden. Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Nutrition Information
Servings: 12 cookies
Calories: 150kcal
Fat: 7g
Protein: 3g
Carbohydrates: 20g
