🍪 Healthy Cookies (No Sugar! No Flour!)
Description
These soft, chewy, and naturally sweet cookies are made with wholesome oats, creamy almond milk, and your choice of raisins or nuts. No refined sugar, no flour—just pure, healthy goodness in every bite. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or a light dessert!
🧾 Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/4 cup almond milk (unsweetened or vanilla)
- 1/4 cup raisins or chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds work great)
- (Optional but recommended)
- 1 ripe banana (for natural sweetness)
- 1 tsp cinnamon or vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat Oven – to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Mix Wet Ingredients – In a bowl, mash the banana (if using) and mix with almond milk and vanilla extract.
- Add Dry Ingredients – Stir in oats, raisins (or nuts), cinnamon, and salt. Mix until combined.
- Form Cookies – Scoop spoonfuls onto the baking tray and flatten slightly with the back of the spoon.
- Bake – 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown on the edges.
- Cool – Let them cool on a rack before serving. They firm up as they cool.
📋 Notes
- For extra crunch, toast the oats lightly before mixing.
- You can use any plant-based milk (soy, oat, or coconut milk).
- If you like them sweeter, add chopped dates or a drizzle of honey (still healthier than refined sugar).
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or refrigerate for up to 10.
💡 Tips
- For a breakfast cookie, add chia seeds or flaxseed for fiber.
- For a dessert-style cookie, add dark chocolate chips or coconut flakes.
- Freeze the dough balls for quick baking later!
🍽 Servings
Makes about 10–12 cookies depending on size.
🔢 Nutritional Info (per cookie, approx.)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 90–110 kcal |
| Carbs | 15 g |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Fat | 3 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar (natural) | 4 g |
Values vary based on ingredients used.
💪 Health Benefits
- No refined sugar → keeps blood sugar stable.
- No flour → gluten-free (if using certified GF oats).
- Rich in fiber → supports digestion and satiety.
- Heart-healthy fats from nuts or almond milk.
- Perfect for diabetics, weight loss, and clean eating diets.
❓ Q&A
Q: Can I make these without banana?
A: Yes! Just add 1–2 tablespoons of unsweetened applesauce or honey for binding and mild sweetness.
Q: Are these chewy or crunchy?
A: They’re soft and chewy right out of the oven but get slightly crisp after cooling.
Q: Can I use quick oats instead of rolled oats?
A: Yes, but the texture will be softer and less chewy.
Q: Can I freeze them?
A: Absolutely! Freeze baked cookies or dough balls in a zip bag for up to 2 months.