Healthier Oatmeal Cookies

I have been searching for a healthier cookie treat for my girls. I experimented with other recipes and used whole wheat flour and coconut oil in place of white flour and butter or vegetable oils. The result is a yummy, chewy treat for your family!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 128 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon molasses
• ¾ cup dried cranberries
• 1 cup dark chocolate chips
• 1 pinch sea salt
• 2 cups quick-cooking oats
• 1 cup coconut oil, softened

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Sift whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl. Set aside.

Step 3

Combine coconut oil, sugars, and molasses in a medium bowl. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Beat in eggs one at a time. Gradually stir in the sifted flour mixture until well blended. Mix in oats, chocolate chips, and cranberries.

Step 4

Drop teaspoonfuls of dough onto ungreased cookie sheets.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven until edges are golden, 8 to 9 minutes. Let stand on the cookie sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.