Chocolate Orange Oatmeal Cookies
These chocolate orange oatmeal cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with chocolate chips and fresh orange zest. They're ready in under 30 minutes, naturally sweetened with maple syrup, gluten-free and dairy-free!
Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- ⅓ cup real maple syrup
- ¼ cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup almond flour, packed into the mesuring cup
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ cup roughly chopped walnuts
- ⅓ cup chocolate chips
- Zest of 1 large orange, about 1 - 2 tsp
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk the egg, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add the dry ingredients: Stir in the oats, almond flour, cinnamon, salt, and baking powder. Mix until everything is combined.
- Fold in the extras: Gently stir in the walnuts, chocolate chips, and orange zest.
- Shape the cookies: Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough with your hands or a small spoon, then roll it into a ball. Place the balls on the baking sheet, leaving space between each one. This recipe makes 16–18 cookies.
- Bake: Put the tray in the oven and bake for 15–17 minutes, until the balls are golden brown on the outside.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the tray for a few minutes, then move them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy! Your cookies are ready to eat!
Notes
Make them Nut-Free: Use oat flour instead of almond flour and omit the walnuts.
Maple Syrup: You can swap it for honey or agave syrup if you prefer.
Almond Flour: Oat flour is the best substitute for almond flour in these oatmeal cookies.
Rolled Oats: You can use quick oats, but the cookies have a softer texture. DO NOT USE STEEL CUT OATS.
Storage: Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. For longer storage, freeze them in a sealed container or freezer bag for up to 3 months and thaw at room temperature before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 55mg | Potassium: 46mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 17IU | Vitamin C: 0.03mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg
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