Healthier Chewy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

Indulge in the deliciousness of homemade chocolate chip oatmeal cookies without feeling guilty! This recipe provides a healthier twist on the classic treat by using whole wheat flour, oats, and a reduced amount of sugar. The result is a batch of chewy and chocolatey cookies that are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. Give them a try and enjoy a guilt-free dessert!

Ingredients

• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
6. Stir in the old-fashioned oats and semi-sweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
7. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded dough portions onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are set.
9. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

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