No Bake Lactation Cookies

brewer's yeast

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: no substitute

Nutritional yeast provides similar benefits but is often easier to find.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor while reducing saturated fat.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

flaxseed meal

🥗Healthier: chia seeds

💰Cheaper: ground sunflower seeds

Chia seeds provide similar omega-3 benefits.

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until fluffy.

Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.

In a separate bowl, combine oats, flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.

Fold in chocolate chips and nuts if using.

Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly.

Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden.

Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Store in an airtight container for up to a week.

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