Unprocessed Oatmeal Maple Spice Cookies Recipe

Name: Unprocessed Oatmeal Maple Spice Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup unsalted butter, browned; ½ cup light olive oil; ½ cup honey; ½ cup pure maple syrup; 2 eggs; 2 cups whole wheat flour; 3 cups oatmeal; ½ teaspoon sea salt; 2 tablespoons cinnamon; ½ teaspoon nutmeg; ⅓ cup candied ginger, diced (optional); 1 cup raisins (optional); 1 cup toasted pecans (optional) or 1 cup walnuts (optional)

Servings: persons

½ cup unsalted butter, browned
½ cup light olive oil
½ cup honey
½ cup pure maple syrup
2 eggs
2 cups whole wheat flour
3 cups oatmeal
½ teaspoon sea salt
2 tablespoons cinnamon
½ teaspoon nutmeg
⅓ cup candied ginger, diced (optional)
1 cup raisins (optional)
1 cup toasted pecans (optional) or 1 cup walnuts (optional)

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To brown butter: Put butter in a small sauce pan over medium high heat.
2
Once butter has melted, continuously stir until you see it turn a caramel color.
3
This generally takes 1-1/2 to 2 minutes.
4
Do not stop stirring or the butter solids will burn.
5
The browned butter will add a nice depth of flavor to your cookies.
6
Remove from heat and allow to cool.
7
In a large bowl, mix cooled butter, olive oil, honey and maple syrup until well combined.
8
Add eggs one at a time and beat until combined.
9
In a medium bowl, combine flour, oatmeal, sea salt, cinnamon and nutmeg.
10
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture until all combined.
11
If desired, mix in raisins and/or nuts.
12
Allow dough to chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour and up to 24 hours.
13
Note: The chilling step is important.
14
These cookies will not hold their shape very well if baked before the dough is chilled.
15
Preheat oven to 325F (lower than most cookie recipes due to the honey, which can burn more easily).
16
Scoop out cookies with a small ice cream scoop.
17
Do not flatten the cookies.
18
Because there is no baking powder in this recipe, this will help keep them from completely flattening out.
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Bake for 17-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
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Devour while still warm.
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Enjoy!
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TIP:.
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Replace the listed options with dried cranberries and orange zest for another great flavor combination!

1139

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup unsalted butter, browned, ½ cup light olive oil, ½ cup honey, ½ cup pure maple syrup, and more.

Yes, Unprocessed Oatmeal Maple Spice 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.

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Unprocessed Oatmeal Maple Spice Cookies

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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