Delicious and Healthy Oatmeal Pumpkin Cookies

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Delicious and Healthy Oatmeal Pumpkin Cookies
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on January 04, 2024

These oatmeal pumpkin cookies are a perfect combination of healthy and delicious. Packed with nutritious ingredients like oats and pumpkin, these cookies are a great option for a guilt-free treat. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by the entire family. Whether you have them for breakfast, dessert, or snack, these cookies will surely satisfy your sweet cravings. Try making them today and indulge in the goodness of pumpkin and oats!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, egg, coconut oil, honey, and vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until well combined.
  5. Fold in the raisins and chopped walnuts.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  8. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
  9. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Interesting Facts

  • Pumpkin is rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, making it a nutritious ingredient for these cookies.
  • Oats are a great source of complex carbohydrates and are known to help lower cholesterol levels.
  • You can customize these cookies by adding your favorite mix-ins, such as chocolate chips or dried cranberries.