Description
Indulge in the guilt-free delight of Healthy Pumpkin Oat Cookies, a perfect treat that satisfies your sweet cravings without compromising your diet. These cookies are not only easy to make but also packed with wholesome ingredients like oats and pumpkin puree, making them an ideal choice for breakfast, a midday snack, or a post-workout boost. With incredible flavor and versatility, you can customize them with your favorite mix-ins, ensuring every bite is delicious. Enjoy these cookies warm out of the oven or store them for later; they’re sure to become a staple in your healthy snacking repertoire!
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups rolled or quick oats
- 1 cup pure pumpkin puree
- 3 tbsp maple syrup (or agave syrup/coconut sugar)
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips (optional)
- Pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine all ingredients until well mixed.
- Shape the dough into 12 cookies, placing them on a parchment-lined baking pan.
- Bake for about 10 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 78mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added nutrition and crunch, consider mixing in nuts or seeds. Adjust sweetness based on personal preference by tasting the dough before baking. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for three months.