Wholesome Oatmeal Lactation Cookies
Enjoy the goodness of wholesome ingredients with these No Butter Lactation Cookies! Perfectly crafted to satisfy your sweet cravings while supporting lactation, these oatmeal cookies are packed with nutritious elements. With the delightful flavors of sweet white chocolate chips and tart dried cranberries, they are wonderfully soft and chewy. Plus, they don’t contain any butter, making them a guilt-free treat for new moms looking for a healthier alternative. Make a batch to share with friends or savor them all for yourself—either way, they're a delicious, feel-good snack!
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Servings
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Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
Water
1 tablespoon (N/A)
Flax seed meal
2 tablespoons (Mix with water and let sit for 3 minutes)
Applesauce
1/2 cup (N/A)
Light brown sugar
1 cup (N/A)
Egg
1 (N/A)
Vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon (N/A)
Brown rice flour
1 cup (Sift before adding)
Baking soda
1/2 teaspoon (Sift before adding)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (Sift before adding)
Oats
1 1/2 cups (N/A)
Brewer's yeast
2 tablespoons (Sift before adding)
Dried cranberries
1/2 cup (N/A)
White chocolate chips
1/2 cup (N/A)
Instructions
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1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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2. In a small bowl, combine the water and flaxseed meal. Stir well and let it sit for about 3 minutes until it thickens.
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3. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the applesauce and light brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
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4. Add the egg to the applesauce mixture, mixing until fully incorporated.
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5. Stir in the flaxseed mixture and vanilla extract, ensuring everything is well combined.
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6. In another bowl, sift together the brown rice flour, brewer's yeast, baking soda, and salt.
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7. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
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8. Gently fold in the oats, dried cranberries, and white chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
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9. Using a cookie scoop or your hands, form the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
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10. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-17 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Wholesome Oatmeal Lactation Cookies?
They are nutritious oatmeal cookies made without butter, featuring white chocolate chips and dried cranberries, specifically designed to support lactation for new moms.
How do these cookies support lactation?
The cookies contain traditional galactagogues such as oats, flaxseed meal, and brewer's yeast which are known to help support milk supply.
Are these cookies made with butter?
No, this recipe is butter-free, using applesauce as a healthier alternative to maintain moisture and texture.
What are the key flavor components?
The cookies feature a delightful combination of sweet white chocolate chips and tart dried cranberries.
What is the texture of these cookies?
These wholesome cookies are crafted to be wonderfully soft and chewy.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
The recipe requires a total of 13 ingredients.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) before baking the cookies.
How is the flaxseed meal prepared?
Combine 2 tablespoons of flaxseed meal with 1 tablespoon of water and let it sit for about 3 minutes until it thickens.
What replaces butter in this recipe?
Applesauce is used in place of butter to keep the cookies guilt-free and moist.
When should the egg be added?
Add the egg to the mixture after beating together the applesauce and light brown sugar.
Which ingredients should be sifted?
You should sift the brown rice flour, brewer's yeast, baking soda, and salt together.
What type of flour is used?
This recipe uses 1 cup of brown rice flour.
Are there oats in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe calls for 1.5 cups of oats, which adds texture and nutritional value.
Does the recipe include chocolate?
Yes, it includes 1/2 cup of white chocolate chips for a sweet flavor.
What is the baking time for these cookies?
The cookies should be baked for 15 to 17 minutes.
How can you tell when the cookies are done?
The cookies are finished when the edges turn a golden brown color.
Should the cookies be cooled on the pan?
Yes, let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before moving them to a wire rack.
Is Brewer's yeast included in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe uses 2 tablespoons of brewer's yeast.
Why is Brewer's yeast used in these cookies?
Brewer's yeast is a traditional ingredient used to help support milk production for breastfeeding moms.
Are these cookies vegan?
The recipe contains one egg, but it is labeled as vegan-friendly, suggesting you could use an egg substitute if desired.
What fruit is used in the cookies?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of dried cranberries and 1/2 cup of applesauce.
How large should the cookie dough balls be?
Form the dough into 1-inch balls before placing them on the baking sheet.
Is a parchment-lined sheet necessary?
Yes, lining the baking sheet with parchment paper helps prevent the cookies from sticking.
Are these cookies gluten-free?
Since the recipe uses brown rice flour and oats, they are gluten-free friendly as long as the oats are certified gluten-free.
How long does the flax mixture need to sit?
The water and flaxseed meal mixture should sit for approximately 3 minutes to thicken.
Can non-breastfeeding people eat these cookies?
Absolutely! They are a delicious and healthy snack that anyone can enjoy.
Is this a healthy snack option?
Yes, they are described as a guilt-free treat because they contain no butter and include wholesome ingredients like flax and oats.
What should I do after the cookies cool on the sheet?
After a few minutes, transfer them to a wire rack to finish cooling completely.
How should I incorporate the dry ingredients?
Gradually mix the sifted dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
What are the mix-ins used in this recipe?
The recipe uses oats, dried cranberries, and white chocolate chips as the primary mix-ins.