This week we present yet another tasty throwback as we pay homage to Paul's grandmother's world famous oatmeal cookies! These treats are easy to make and undeniably delicious. The cookies are low in fat since the recipe does not call for butter and high in healthy fiber- with a whopping 3 cups of oatmeal per batch. So sit back, enjoy, and don't feel too guilty--there is no better way to ease into the Christmas cookie season!
Difficulty Level: Easy
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20-30 minutes
Serves: 20-24 cookies
INGREDIENTS
3 cups oatmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup white sugar
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 cup water
3/4 cup vegetable oil
2 egg whites
2 tsps vanilla
a pinch of salt
***add chocolate chips, raisins, or whatever might strike your fancy for an extra kick in these cookies***
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Mix all of the dry ingredients together: oatmeal, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, white sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
3. Separately, mix together the wet ingredients: water, vegetable oil, egg whites, and vanilla.
4. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients until completely mixed.
5. Scoop out golf ball-sized batter and place on a greased baking sheet, lightly pat down.
6. Bake for 20-30 minutes, depending on how chewy or crispy you prefer your cookies. (We go the 25-30 minutes route since we especially enjoy them extra-crispy!)
7. Enjoy!
Happy tasting,
Paul/a
