Ingredients:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mixed dried fruit (cranberries, raisins, apricots, etc.)
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans, etc.)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Add fruit and nuts: Stir in the dried fruit and chopped nuts.
- Form cookies: Drop tablespoon-sized scoops of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Cool and enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips:
- For a nut-free version, omit the nuts.
- You can use any type of dried fruit you like.
- For a chewier cookie, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Enjoy these healthy and delicious oatmeal fruit cookies!