I have been meaning to post this recipe for months. A while back Michael and I were both craving oatmeal raisin cookies, but I wanted to try to make a healthy version. After a few test batches I think ended up with a decent oatmeal cookie recipe. This recipe makes about 15 small cookies so depending on your appetite you may want to double it.
Ingredients
1/4 cup coconut oil
about 4 dates
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
5 drops vanilla stevia
1 egg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1-2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 cup oat bran
3/4 cup quick oats
raisins (or chocolate chips) - if you have access to homemade raisins I highly recommend using them. Michael's mom makes the BEST raisins that I love to use in these cookies (thanks Barb!)
In a food processor, combine the coconut oil and dates until the dates become clumpy. Add the brown sugar, vanilla, stevia, egg, salt, baking soda, cinnamon and continue to process until smooth. Add the oat bran and pulse until it is well mixed into the batter.
Spoon the contents into a bowl and fold in the oats and raisins (or chocolate chips). Roll into tablespoon sized balls and place on a cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 6 to 8 minutes.
Enjoy!
Looks Delicious!
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