Healthy Cinnamon-Raisin Oatmeal Cookies

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Let me tell you about these delightful Healthy Cinnamon-Raisin Oatmeal Cookies. Picture this: soft, chewy cookies bursting with the warmth of cinnamon and the sweetness of plump raisins, all nestled within hearty oats.

These cookies are not only incredibly delicious but also packed with wholesome ingredients that'll make your taste buds and your body happy. We've swapped out the usual suspects for healthier alternatives, like using whole wheat flour for added fiber and natural sweetness from maple syrup or honey instead of refined sugar.

The oats provide a hearty texture and a boost of energy

Plus, the oats provide a hearty texture and energy boost to keep you going throughout the day. They're perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without any of the guilt. So go ahead, indulge in these guilt-free treats knowing that they're nourishing your body from the inside out.

Prep time: 10 minutes (+ 15 minutes to cool)
Cook time: 16-20 minutes
Makes 16 cookies

Healthy Cinnamon-Raisin Oatmeal Cookies recipe

The ingredients needed and the directions to take to make. The exact measurements and instructions are in the printable recipe card

Ingredients

1. Overripe Bananas: Overripe bananas are the star of the show in this recipe, lending natural sweetness and moisture to the cookies. Their soft texture makes them easy to mash and incorporate into the dough, adding a delicious banana flavor and helping to bind the ingredients together.
2. Rolled Oats, Divided: Rolled oats provide a hearty and nutritious cookie base. They offer a chewy texture and a subtle nutty flavor, while also providing fiber, protein, and essential nutrients. Dividing the oats allows for different textures in the cookies, with some oats being finely ground to create a smoother dough and others left whole for added texture.
3. Baking Soda: Baking soda acts as a leavening agent in the recipe, helping the cookies rise and become light and fluffy. It reacts with the acidic components in the dough, such as the bananas and maple syrup, to create carbon dioxide bubbles that give the cookies their airy texture.
4. Ground Cinnamon: Ground cinnamon adds warmth and depth to the cookies, infusing them with a cozy, comforting flavor. It pairs beautifully with the sweetness of the bananas and raisins, enhancing their natural sweetness and creating a deliciously fragrant aroma.
5. Maple Syrup: Maple syrup provides natural sweetness to the cookies, adding a rich, caramel-like flavor. It's a healthier alternative to refined sugar, offering trace minerals and antioxidants along with its sweet taste.
6. Salt: Salt enhances the flavors in the cookies, balancing out the sweetness of the bananas, raisins, and maple syrup. It also helps to intensify the other flavors in the dough, making the cookies more complex and satisfying to the palate.
7. Raisins: Raisins are sweet, chewy gems that add bursts of natural sweetness and a delightful texture to the cookies. They're packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making them a nutritious addition to this wholesome treat. Whether you enjoy them as a standalone snack or as part of these delicious cookies, raisins are sure to add a touch of sweetness to your day.

Directions

Tip: For flatter cookies, press each ball down slightly before baking and reduce baking time by 1-2 minutes.

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350°F and line a large, rimmed baking sheet with a piece of parchment paper or a Silpat® baking mat.

In a high-speed blender or a food processor, blend one cup of rolled oats into flour and set aside.

In a large mixing bowl, mash the banana with a fork until smooth. (A few chunks are okay). Add the oat flour, remaining rolled oats, baking soda, cinnamon, maple syrup, and salt. Stir vigorously to combine, and then fold in the raisins.

Scoop out 2 tablespoons per cookie from the mixture and form into balls. Place each cookie onto the prepared baking sheet without overcrowding.

Place in the pre-heated oven and bake until the cookies are lightly golden brown and just barely set to the touch, approximately 16-20 minutes. Remove from oven and cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

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