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Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Lactation Cookies

Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Lactation Cookies are soft, chewy treats dotted with melty chocolate and warm oat flavor. Flaxseed, walnuts’ earthy richness from brewer’s yeast, and a touch of honey add hearty depth and subtle sweetness, making them a satisfying snack for nursing parents. Perfect for afternoon pick-me-ups or sharing during postpartum visits.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook15 mins
  • Serves40
  • DifficultyEasy
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Lactation Cookies
  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  2. 2

    Stir the water and flaxseed meal together in a small bowl, then let it sit until it thickens, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Using an electric mixer in a large bowl, beat the butter and both sugars until creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Add the flax mixture and vanilla, and mix until fully combined.

  4. 4

    In a bowl, stir together the flour, yeast, baking soda, and salt. Mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until well combined. Stir in the oats, chocolate chips, and honey, then drop spoonfuls of dough 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets.

  5. 5

    Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are golden, 12 to 15 minutes.

  6. 6

    Remove the cookies from the oven and transfer them to wire racks to cool.

About This Recipe

Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Lactation Cookies is an American breakfast recipe made with 14 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 40, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Baking Soda, Brewer's Yeast, and Brown Sugar. Each serving provides about 189.22 kcal.

Recipe Questions

What is Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Lactation Cookies?
It is an American cookie recipe made with 14 ingredients, usually served for breakfast or dessert or snack.
What is Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Lactation Cookies made of?
The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Baking Soda, Brewer's Yeast, Brown Sugar, Chocolate Chips. The full list of 14 is above.
What goes well with Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Lactation Cookies?
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How long does it take to make Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Lactation Cookies?
About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 189.22 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Lactation Cookies easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 14 ingredients and 6 steps.

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