Ingredients
– 1 cup rolled oats
– 1/2 cup almond flour (or whole wheat flour)
– 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
– 1/2 cup maple syrup or honey
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
– 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Baking sheet
– Parchment paper
– Rubber spatula or wooden spoon
– Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-Step Instructions
To begin, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This step is crucial as it ensures your cookies bake evenly and turn golden brown. Next, in a large mixing bowl, I combine the rolled oats and almond flour (or whole wheat flour), stirring them together until they’re well mixed. The texture of the oats adds a wonderful chewiness to the cookies—it’s like a warm hug in every bite! (See the next page below to continue steps…)