Healthy Oatmeal Surprises Recipe

Name: Healthy Oatmeal Surprises
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¾ cup butter (I sometimes substitute 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce for a softer, sweeter-and healthier-cookie); ½ cup white sugar; 1 cup packed brown sugar; 2 egg whites; 1 egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg; ½ teaspoon salt; 3 cups quick-cooking oats; ½ cup chocolate chips; ½ cup raisins (or nuts, chips or other dried fruit- whatever strikes your fancy)

Servings: persons

¾ cup butter (I sometimes substitute 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce for a softer, sweeter-and healthier-cookie)
½ cup white sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 egg whites
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon salt
3 cups quick-cooking oats
½ cup chocolate chips
½ cup raisins (or nuts, chips or other dried fruit- whatever strikes your fancy)

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2
Cream together butter and white and brown sugars until light and fluffy in a large bowl.
3
Add egg whites and egg one at a time, beating well with each addition.
4
Stir in vanilla.
5
In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt; gradually stir into the creamed mixture.
6
Stir in quick oats, chocolate chips and raisins.
7
**Optional if using raisins: Bring 1 cup of water to a boil.
8
Add 1/2 cup raisins, remove from heat, and soak for 10 minutes.
9
Drain and cool before adding them to batter**.
10
Drop batter by heaping spoonfuls onto an ungreased cookie sheet.
11
Bake 8-10 minutes (longer if your spoonfuls are REALLY heaping).
12
Cool 5 minutes on cookie sheet before transferring to wire rack to cool completely.

1256

kcal

Calories

Fat

171

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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.

My Personal Notes

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¾ cup butter (I sometimes substitute 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce for a softer, sweeter-and healthier-cookie), ½ cup white sugar, 1 cup packed brown sugar, 2 egg whites, and more.

Yes, Healthy Oatmeal Surprises falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Healthy Oatmeal Surprises

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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