Description
These Healthy Pumpkin Oat Cookies are a quick, nutritious, and customizable snack. Made with only three simple ingredients, they are suitable for vegan, gluten-free, and oil-free diets. These cookies are low in calories and perfect for a healthy treat or breakfast option. Add your favorite extras like chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruits for an extra boost of flavor!
Ingredients
2 cups rolled oats (or old-fashioned oats or quick oats)
1 cup canned pumpkin puree (plain, not pumpkin pie filling)
1/4 cup sweetener (coconut sugar, maple syrup, or agave; or sugar-free options like stevia or monk fruit)
Optional: 1 tsp cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice
Optional extras: Chocolate chips, chopped nuts, raisins, or shredded coconut
Instructions
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Prepare the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the oats, pumpkin puree, sweetener, and any optional spices or add-ins. Mix until a thick, uniform dough forms.
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Shape the Cookies: Form the dough into 12 cookie shapes using your hands and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Shape them as desired because they will not spread during baking.
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Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 10 minutes.
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Cool and Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
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Make sure the dough is well-mixed for the best texture. Adjust with more oats or pumpkin puree if necessary.
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Use a scoop of protein powder for an extra protein boost.
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For a sugar-free version, use stevia or monk fruit sweetener.
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These cookies do not crisp up but have a soft, chewy texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
