Vegan and Heart Healthy Cookies

Indulge guilt-free with these Vegan and Heart-Healthy Cookies, a wholesome treat crafted for both your taste buds and your wellness goals. Made with nutrient-rich rolled oats, whole wheat flour, and the magic of flaxseed meal, these cookies are a fiber-packed, plant-based delight. Sweetened naturally with pure maple syrup and studded with dairy-free dark chocolate chips and crunchy walnuts, they offer the perfect balance of indulgence and nutrition. Almond butter adds a creamy, nutty richness, while cinnamon provides a warm touch of spice. Ready in under 30 minutes, these cookies are perfect for a quick snack or dessert that doesn’t compromise on health. They're cholesterol-free, low in saturated fat, and ideal for vegans or anyone seeking a heart-friendly alternative to traditional cookies.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rolled oats
• 1 cup Whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons Flaxseed meal
• 6 tablespoons Water
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond butter
• 1 cup Maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Dark chocolate chips (dairy-free)
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the flaxseed meal and water to create a flax egg. Stir well and let it sit for 5 minutes until it thickens.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

Step 4

In a separate medium bowl, mix the almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and the prepared flax egg until smooth and creamy.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until combined. The dough will be thick.

Step 6

Fold in the dark chocolate chips and chopped walnuts using a spatula.

Step 7

Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough for each cookie and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each ball slightly with your fingers or the back of a spoon.

Step 8

Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Be careful not to overbake as they will harden as they cool.

Step 9

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1170.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4883.0

Total Fat 266.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1898.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 597.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 79.2g	0%
Total Sugars 321.6g
Protein 121.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 844.9mg	0%
Iron 39.3mg	0%
Potassium 4602.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.5%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 45.3%