Oatmeal surprise cookies

Feb 26th, 2009

by Teresa.

Oatmeal Cookies

These are not your typical oatmeal cookies.

As some of you may know, there is a new man in my life. Our son was born a few weeks ago (hence the somewhat sporadic posting as of late), and consequently things have been quite hectic here at chez Icebox. Not as much cooking or baking is being done, except for the occasional casserole or other easy-to-throw-together-while-baby-sleeps meal.

However, there is one recipe I was anxious to try. These oatmeal cookies aren’t just delicious and full of fibery goodness – they also have a secret. They’re actually lactation cookies. But trust me, they really are good – and good for you, whether you’re a new mom or just wanting a little extra fiber and protein in your diet. My husband and daughter are equally enamored of them, and they tend to disappear quickly!

Brewer’s yeast and flaxseed can be found in health food or large grocery stores; brewer’s yeast can be omitted from the recipe if unavailable.

Oatmeal Cookies

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar
4 tbsp water
2 tbsp flaxseed meal
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla
2 cups AP flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
2 heaping tbsp brewer’s yeast

3 cups old-fashioned (not quick-cooking) oats
1 cup chocolate chips or raisins (or any dried fruit)

Preheat oven at 375 degrees F. In a small bowl, combine flaxseed meal and water, and set aside. In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs one at a time and mix well. Give the bowl of flaxseed and water a stir, and add it to the large bowl, beating until combined. Sift or whisk together flour, baking soda, salt and brewer’s yeast, and add to the large bowl. Stir in the oats, then chocolate chips or dried fruit. Using an ice cream scoop or two spoons, drop dough onto a lined baking sheet, and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown around the edges.

Yields about 2 dozen cookies

A special thanks to the folks at Kestrel Growth Brands, Inc. for a sample of their delicious organic Singing Dog Vanilla. This vanilla has a great vanilla flavor and made the cookies extra delicious.

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Posted in: baking, cookies, dessert, recipe, snacks.
Tagged: baking · cookies · dessert · oatmeal · raisins · recipe · snacks

6 Comments

1. Lori says:

   February 26, 2009 at 5:06 pm

   Oh my gosh! Congratulations on being a new mom! How exciting! Thanks for taking the time to share this recipe. They look so great!
2. Juliet says:

   February 26, 2009 at 7:21 pm

   Thanks, Lori!
3. Jennifer says:

   February 27, 2009 at 6:10 am

   Congrats!!!!!
4. Sophie says:

   March 9, 2009 at 9:46 am

   Yum! Ground flaxseed is a great ingredient to cook with, high in omega-3 and it gives baked goods depth and flavor .
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6. Blender Benefits says:

   December 29, 2009 at 5:40 pm

   As strange as it sounds, I’ve never cooked with brewers yeast before. I’ve only drank it as a supplement with OJ. How does it taste in baked goods? The stuff is great for you.