Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies

These Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies are a delightful blend of spices and wholesome oats, perfect for a cozy treat. They are soft, chewy, and packed with the flavors of fall, making them an ideal snack or dessert.

Ingredients

• rolled oats - 1 cup
• pumpkin puree - 1/2 cup
• maple syrup - 1/4 cup
• almond butter - 2 tablespoons
• coconut oil - 2 tablespoons, melted
• coconut sugar - 1/4 cup
• ground cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
• ground nutmeg - 1/4 teaspoon
• baking soda - 1/2 teaspoon
• vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• chocolate chips (dairy-free) - 1/4 cup

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, coconut sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, maple syrup, almond butter, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
5. Fold in the dairy-free chocolate chips.
6. Using a tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of the spoon.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden.
9. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 24 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 7 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, aiding digestion and promoting satiety.
• Contains antioxidants from pumpkin, which may support immune health.

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