Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Recipe

Dr. Axe – No matter what your age, you’re never too old for a freshly baked cookie. Warm, gooey and totally delicious, it’s no coincidence that cookies are one of my favorite treats to bake. Even novice bakers can whip up cookies in just a few minutes (of course, if you really just hate baking, you can also try these no-bake coconut cookies!).

One cookie recipe that’s always a crowd pleaser is this oatmeal cookie recipe. Even people who don’t consider themselves oatmeal fans rave about this one. After all, these are gluten-free and have no refined sugar. As a bonus, you’ll likely have all of the ingredients in your pantry already. Did I mention these only take 20 minutes to prepare? That even includes baking time! Next time you’re ready for a snack, try your hand at this oatmeal cookies recipe.

Are Oatmeal Cookies Good for You?

Cookies aren’t exactly considered a healthy snack, but if you are going to indulge in a cookie, you could do a lot worse than these oatmeal chocolate chip cookies. Oats are actually a pretty nutritious ingredient. Sometimes people think they’re not gluten-free, but oats don’t contain barley, wheat or rye, which are the three types of grains that have gluten in them. So even if you’re following a GF lifestyle, there’s no need to kick oats out of the kitchen. I do, however, still recommend that you pick up certified gluten-free oats if you are allergic to gluten, just to be sure there’s been no cross-contamination.

Have you ever experienced a stomachache or bloating after eating oats? That can be a sign your diet is lacking high-fiber foods. As your body adjusts to eating more high-fiber foods, those symptoms should subside. Drinking plenty of water with oats or soaking them overnight before cooking with them can also help in the meantime.

When whole grains like oatmeal are consumed in moderation, they can be part of a healthy diet. Oats, in particular, are packed with fiber and not just any fiber, but the filling kind, known as soluble fiber, which helps you feel full for longer. Choosing whole grains instead of refined, processed grains like white rice and pasta also means you won’t get that tired, too-full feeling after eating. That happens when your blood sugar levels spike and then crash. Luckily, oats’ low score on the glycemic index means they don’t cause the same fluctuations. (1)

But, of course, you can make anything unhealthy if you try hard enough. Are oatmeal cookies good for you? I can’t speak to every recipe out there, but my oatmeal cookie recipe is definitely healthier than a lot out there! If you’re sensitive or allergic to gluten, you’ll love this recipe because it uses Paleo flour, a gluten-free alternative to traditional flour. We’ll sweeten things up with coconut sugar, a natural sweetener that’s a good alternative to refined sugar. I like to add nutmeg, cinnamon and sea salt for extra flavor and then, of course, chocolate chips! Skip the milk chocolate chips and opt for dark chocolate for added health benefits.

Bottom line: this oatmeal cookie recipe isn’t a health food, but when you’re reaching for a cookie to curb your fix, these are a delicious and relatively healthy option.

Oatmeal Cookie Recipe Nutrition Facts

Now, let’s talk nutrition. Here’s what you’re getting in each cookie:

• 220 calories
• 6.07 grams protein
• 7.69 grams fat
• 32.9 grams carbohydrates
• 1.572 milligrams manganese (87 percent DV)
• 0.225 milligrams copper (25 percent DV)
• 172 milligrams phosphorous (25 percent DV)
• 0.228 milligrams vitamin B1 (21 percent DV)
• 9.4 micrograms selenium (17 percent DV)
• 1.3 milligrams zinc (16 percent DV)
• 0.36 micrograms vitamin B12 (15 percent DV)
• 0.499 milligrams vitamin B5 (10 percent DV)

• ½ cup coconut butter
• 1 cup coconut sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups Paleo flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1½ teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg
• 3 cups gluten-free rolled oats
• ¼ cup dark chocolate chips, minimum 70 percent cacao

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. In a large bowl, mix the coconut sugar, eggs, coconut butter and vanilla with a hand mixer or whisk until well-combined.
3. Add flour, oats, nutmeg, cinnamon, baking soda and salt. Mix until well-combined.
4. Add chocolate chips and mix.
5. Roll dough into balls and flatten each cookie.
6. Bake for 8–10 minutes.