Healthy Cookies (Oregon Trail Mix) ll Diabetic Friendly ll Kitchen Home TV

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor and is dairy-free.

mixed nuts

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds are nutrient-dense and provide a similar crunch.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

💰Cheaper: chocolate chunks

Dark chocolate has less sugar and adds richness.

dried fruit

🥗Healthier: fresh fruit

💰Cheaper: raisins

Fresh fruit can reduce sugar content, while raisins are cost-effective.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

In a separate bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.

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

Fold in oats, chocolate chips, mixed nuts, dried fruit, and coconut flakes until evenly distributed.

Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them apart.

Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are set.

Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.

Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

Cooking Techniques

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