Do you love cookies but worry about their impact on your health and weight? Do you want to know how to make and enjoy healthy cookies that are delicious and satisfying? In this article, I will show you how to make healthy cookies with simple ingredients and easy steps. I will also share some tips and tricks on how to store and serve healthy cookies. I will also give you some examples of healthy cookie recipes that you can try at home. By the end of this article, you will have a better understanding of how to make and enjoy healthy cookies without guilt.
What are Healthy Cookies?
Healthy cookies are cookies that are made with wholesome ingredients that provide nutritional benefits and minimize harmful effects. Healthy cookies are usually lower in calories, fat, sugar, and salt than regular cookies. They are also higher in fiber, protein, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants than regular cookies.
Healthy cookies can be made with various ingredients, such as whole wheat flour, oats, nuts, seeds, dried fruits, honey, maple syrup, coconut oil, almond butter, or dark chocolate. Healthy cookies can also be made with different flavors, such as vanilla, cinnamon, ginger, lemon, or orange. Healthy cookies can also be made with different shapes, sizes, and textures, such as round, square, flat, chewy, or crunchy.
Recipes of Healthy Cookie Recipes
Here are two examples of healthy cookie recipes that you can enjoy:
1. Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup raisins
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine the oats, whole wheat flour, almond flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, honey (or maple syrup), egg, and vanilla extract.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Stir in the raisins.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Banana and Peanut Butter Cookies
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (no added sugar)
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine the mashed bananas, peanut butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Add the rolled oats and mix until all the ingredients are well combined.
- If desired, fold in the dark chocolate chips.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a fork.
- Bake for approximately 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- to a wire rack to cool completely.
3. Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup almond butter (unsweetened)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine almond butter, honey (or maple syrup), egg, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for about 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Conclusion
Healthy cookies are a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth without compromising your health and weight. They are easy to make with simple ingredients and can be stored and served in various ways. They are also delicious and nutritious, as they provide fiber, protein, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
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