Craving cookies but trying to be a little healthier? This recipe for oat flour chocolate chip cookies delivers all the gooey, chocolatey goodness you love, with a satisfyingly wholesome twist. These cookies are surprisingly easy to make, perfect for a quick bake, and they’re packed with the goodness of oats! Forget those complicated recipes; this one's a winner for both busy weeknights and relaxed weekend baking. Let's get started!
Ingredients: You'll Need These Simple Staples
- 1 ½ cups oat flour (blend rolled oats in a food processor until finely ground)
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet, dark, milk – your choice!)
Instructions: A Step-by-Step Guide to Cookie Perfection
Step 1: Prepare the dry ingredients. In a medium bowl, whisk together the oat flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt. Make sure there are no lumps!
Step 2: Cream the butter and sugars. In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. You can use a hand mixer or a stand mixer for this – whichever you prefer!
Step 3: Add the wet ingredients. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
Step 4: Combine wet and dry. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix – it can lead to tough cookies.
Step 5: Stir in the chocolate chips. Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
Step 6: Bake the cookies. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Step 7: Cool and enjoy! Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy these warm, gooey, delicious oat flour chocolate chip cookies!
Tips and Tricks for Baking Success
- Oat Flour Consistency: For the best results, make sure your oat flour is finely ground. Too coarse, and your cookies might be crumbly.
- Don't Overmix: Overmixing the dough will develop the gluten in the oat flour, resulting in tough cookies. Mix only until the ingredients are just combined.
- Chill the Dough (Optional): For thicker cookies, chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before baking. This helps prevent spreading.
- Baking Time: Ovens vary, so keep an eye on your cookies towards the end of the baking time. They’re done when the edges are golden brown and the centers are still slightly soft.
Variations: Make it Your Own!
- Nutty Delight: Add ½ cup of chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds) to the dough for extra crunch and flavor.
- Spice it Up: Add ½ teaspoon of cinnamon or nutmeg for a warm, spiced cookie.
- Different Chocolate: Experiment with different types of chocolate chips – white chocolate, dark chocolate with sea salt, or even chocolate chunks!
Nutritional Information (per cookie - approximate)
This nutritional information is an estimate and will vary depending on the specific ingredients used.
- Calories: Approximately 150-180
- Fat: 8-10g
- Protein: 3-4g
- Carbohydrates: 20-25g
- Fiber: 2-3g
These oat flour chocolate chip cookies are a healthy and delicious treat that the whole family will enjoy. They're perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without sacrificing your health goals. Give this easy recipe a try and let me know what you think in the comments below!