Oatmeal Sunflower Seed Cookies
These Oatmeal Sunflower Seed Cookies are the perfect balance of wholesome and indulgent, combining the nutty crunch of sunflower seeds with the chewy texture of rolled oats. A hint of warm cinnamon elevates their cozy flavor, while brown sugar imparts a slight caramel-like sweetness. With an optional handful of raisins or chocolate chips, you can customize these cookies to suit your cravings. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is a breeze to whip up, making it ideal for everything from afternoon snacks to lunchbox treats. Packed with hearty ingredients and baked to golden perfection, these cookies are a delightful way to satisfy your sweet tooth without sacrificing nutrition.
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Ingredients
- 113 grams unsalted butter
- 150 grams brown sugar
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 1 unit large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 125 grams all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 150 grams rolled oats
- 75 grams sunflower seeds (unsalted)
- 50 grams optional: raisins or chocolate chips
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
Step 3
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the bowl. Beat until fully combined.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until well combined.
Step 6
Fold in the rolled oats and sunflower seeds. If using raisins or chocolate chips, stir them in as well.
Step 7
Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 8
Gently flatten the dough balls with the back of a spoon or your fingertips to form cookie shapes.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers look just set.
Step 10
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 11
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (775.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3290.8 |
| Total Fat 151.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 64.2g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 436.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1949.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 450.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 229.0g | |
| Protein 63.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 41IU | 0% |
| Calcium 379.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 19.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1866.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories