Cranberry Walnut Oatmeal Cookies with Lemon Zest

Cranberry Walnut Oatmeal Cookies with Lemon Zest

Cranberry Walnut Oatmeal Cookies with Lemon Zest

Ingredients

    • 1 cup oatmeal (90g)
    • 50g cranberries
    • Zest of 1 lemon
    • 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped (30g)
    • 1/4 cup dates, chopped (35g)
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted (30g)

Directions

    1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (360°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of oatmeal, 50g of cranberries, lemon zest, 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts, and 1/4 cup of chopped dates. Mix well.
    2. Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat 1 egg and add 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Mix until well combined.
    3. Combine Mixtures: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until thoroughly combined.
    1. Form Cookies: Scoop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, flattening each slightly with the back of a spoon.
    2. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown and set.
    3. Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serving Suggestions

    • Enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee.
    • Serve as a healthy snack for kids.
    • Pair with yogurt for a nutritious breakfast.

Cooking Tips

    • Ensure the butter is fully melted for easy mixing.
    • Adjust the amount of lemon zest to your preference for more or less citrus flavor.
    • Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized cookies.

Nutritional Benefits

    • Oatmeal: High in fiber, which aids in digestion and helps keep you full.
    • Cranberries: Rich in antioxidants and vitamins.
    • Walnuts: Provide healthy fats and protein.
  • Dates: Natural sweetness and a good source of energy.

Dietary Information

    • Vegetarian: Contains no meat products.
    • Gluten-Free Adaptation: Use gluten-free oatmeal if necessary.

Nutritional Facts (Per Serving, based on 12 cookies)

    • Calories: 100
    • Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Carbohydrates: 12g
    • Sugar: 5g
    • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Sodium: 20mg

Storage

    • Refrigeration: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • Freezing: Freeze in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

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