The holiday season is here, and with it comes the joy of baking and enjoying warm comforting treats. These Almond & Oatmeal Spice Cookies are the perfect balance of wholesome ingredients and festive flavor. Packed with nourishing and heart-healthy oats and almonds and sprinkled with warming and aromatic spices, they offer a yummy bite that satisfies your sweet cravings while fueling your body with nutrients.

Why You’ll Love These Cookies:

  • Nutrient-Rich: Almonds provide a boost of healthy fats, protein, and fiber, while oats are a great source of whole grains and can help keep you feeling full longer.
  • Natural Sweeteners: Instead of refined sugar, we’re using maple syrup for a natural sweetness and a touch of coconut sugar for depth of flavor.
  • Anti-Inflammatory Spices: The cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg add not just a cozy holiday flavor, but also antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
  • Customizable: You can add in your favorite mix-ins like dark chocolate chips, dried cranberries, or a sprinkle of chia seeds to make these cookies your own.

So, let’s get baking!

Holiday Cookie Recipe
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Almond & Oatmeal Spice Cookies

Healthy Holiday Cookies

Course Dessert, Snack
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
  • 1/2 cup Almond flour
  • 1/4 cup Coconut flour
  • 1/2 tsp Baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp Ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp Ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp Ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp Sea salt
  • 1/4 cup Almond butter (or cashew butter)
  • 1/4 cup Maple syrup
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 1 Egg (or flax egg for a vegan option)
  • 1/2 cup Chopped almonds (or other nuts of your choice)
  • 1/4 cup Dark chocolate chips or dried cranberries (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the oats, almond flour, coconut flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. Stir until evenly mixed.

  3. Prepare the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and egg (or flax egg). For a flax egg: Mix 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 2.5 tablespoons of water and let sit for 5 minutes to thicken.

  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until a dough forms. The dough should be thick and slightly sticky.

  5. Fold in the Almonds (and Optional Add-ins): Add the chopped almonds and any optional mix-ins like dark chocolate chips or dried cranberries. Stir to distribute evenly.

  6. Form the Cookies: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, form 1 to 2-inch balls of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Gently flatten each cookie with the back of the spoon or your fingers.

  7. Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set. Keep an eye on them to avoid overbaking, as these cookies are soft and chewy by nature.

  8. 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. Enjoy with a cup of tea or hot cocoa for the ultimate cozy holiday treat!

Enjoy!