Healthy-Ish Lactation Cookies Recipe

Name: Healthy-Ish Lactation Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened; 1 1/2 cups turbinado sugar; 2 tablespoons flax seed meal; 4 tablespoons water; 2 large eggs, room temperature; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/8 teaspoon almond extract; 1 cup whole wheat flour; 1 cup unbleached white flour; 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 4 tablespoons brewer's yeast; 3 cups old fashioned oats (extra thick); 1 cup dark chocolate chips; 1 cup unsweetened flaked coconut (large flakes); 3/4 cup sliced almonds

Servings: persons

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 cups turbinado sugar
2 tablespoons flax seed meal
4 tablespoons water
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup unbleached white flour
1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
4 tablespoons brewer's yeast
3 cups old fashioned oats (extra thick)
1 cup dark chocolate chips
1 cup unsweetened flaked coconut (large flakes)
3/4 cup sliced almonds

1
Preheat oven to 350 F and put parchment paper down on a large cookie sheet.
2
Combine 2 TB flax seed meal with 4 TB water in a small bowl. Set aside.
3
Place butter and sugar in large bowl. Use hand mixer to cream until light and fluffy. Add flax/water mixture (will be very gelatinous) and mix well. Add in eggs one at a time, mixing well. Lastly, add vanilla and almond extracts and mix well.
4
In a medium bowl, mix flours, sea salt, baking soda and brewer's yeast.
5
In a few batches, add dry ingredients in medium bowl to the butter/sugar mixture in the large bowl. Mix thoroughly (you may have to switch to a wooden spoon during this step, as the dough gets thick!).
6
Add in oats, chocolate chips, coconut flakes and almonds, mixing well.
7
Scoop dough onto cookie sheet with space between the cookies.
8
Bake for about 15 minutes or until desired brownness is achieved.
9
Remove from oven, let sit in pan for a few minutes and then transfer to a cooling rack.

1674

kcal

Calories

Fat

199

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened, 1 1/2 cups turbinado sugar, 2 tablespoons flax seed meal, 4 tablespoons water, and more.

Yes, Healthy-Ish Lactation Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Healthy-Ish Lactation Cookies

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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