Description
Healthy Oatmeal Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies are a wholesome, fiber-rich treat made with oats, pecans, and dark chocolate, offering a deliciously satisfying and nutritious snack or dessert.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup whole wheat flour or all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup coconut oil or unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together oats, flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together coconut oil (or butter) and sugar until smooth.
- Beat in eggs and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until a dough forms.
- Fold in chopped pecans and chocolate chips.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing evenly.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown.
- Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds for variety.
- Add dried cranberries or raisins for extra texture and flavor.
- Use flax eggs and dairy-free chocolate chips for a vegan version.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- To make cookies crispier, bake slightly longer and flatten dough before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg