Are oatmeal raisin cookies bad for you?

In most cases, oatmeal raisin cookies are not healthy because they're often made with a lot of butter, sugar, and oil. However, these oatmeal raisin cookies flip the script by using nutritionally sound ingredients without compromising taste.

What makes these oatmeal raisin cookies healthy?

They're made with ingredients that count! Oatmeal is a great source of fiber and protein which can help you manage your weight, improve cholesterol levels, and help to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes. Ground flaxseed is great source of omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, protein, and antioxidants. Unsweetened applesauce is a healthier alternative to oil in baking. Dates are a good source of fiber, potassium and antioxidants. Finally, almond butter is a healthy plant fat providing fiber, protein, magnesium, and Vitamin E.

What if I'm not a fan of raisins?

This recipe is very versatile. If you are not a fan of raisins, you can replace with cacao nibs, add walnuts or eat them plain. Either way, they are tasty. These oatmeal raisin cookies go well with a glass of plant-based milk, golden milk latte and will be a crowd-pleaser at your next event.

Oatmeal Raisin Cookies (VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE)

Description

These healthy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies, spiced with warm cinnamon, are crisp outside. The almond butter gives this little cookie a nice chew on the inside. Sweetened with date syrup and raisins, these cookies make a great dessert on their own or with banana nice cream. They are so legit; you can even enjoy them with a golden milk latte or pumpkin spice milk latte for breakfast. #oatmealraisincookies #healthyveganrecipes #danielfastrecipes #oatmealraisincookiesvegan #oatmealraisincookiesglutenfree

Ingredients

Units Scale

2 cups rolled oats, divided (use gluten-free if gluten sensitive)
1/4 cup almond butter
1/3 cup unsweetened apple sauce
1/2 cup Simple Homemade Date Syrup
1/2 cup raisins
1 Tbsp ground flaxseeds (or flax meal)
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp vanilla extract (or vanilla powder)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Take half (one cup) of the rolled oats, put them into a small blender, and grind them into a flour consistency.
Put the ground rolled oats and all other ingredients into a large mixing bowl and stir well. The batter will be stiff and sticky.
Prepare a parchment-lined or silicone mat baking sheet pan.
Scoop up a small spoonful of cookie batter, roll into a ball (a little smaller than a golf ball, about 1-1/2 inches or 4 cm in diameter), and arrange them on the baking sheet pan. You should get approximately 24 cookies from this recipe.*
Take a spoon and carefully press on each ball to flatten them out slightly.
Bake them in the oven for 15 minutes or until slightly browned on the bottom.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 to 10 minutes and enjoy!

*A yield of 24 cookies gives you eight servings (3 cookies per serving).

Notes

EQUIPMENT / SUPPLIES

Oven
Mixing bowl
Mini blender
Measuring cup
Measuring spoon
Spoon
Parchment paper or silicone baking mat

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Oven
Cuisine: American

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