Looking for a delectable cookie recipe that’s not just delicious but also healthier? These Whole Wheat Honey Chocolate Cookies are a perfect blend of indulgence and nutrition. They’re especially fantastic for kids’ snacks or as a sweet treat during any season!
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Origins and Nutritional Value of Whole Wheat Honey Chocolate Cookies
This recipe celebrates the nutritional benefits of its ingredients. Whole wheat flour, a cornerstone here, infuses these cookies with fiber, aiding digestion and promoting a longer feeling of fullness. Honey, a natural sweetener, not only adds sweetness but also brings antioxidants and antibacterial properties to the mix. The inclusion of ground flaxseed and chia seeds boosts omega-3 fatty acids and contributes to heart health. Moreover, the use of sunflower oil in place of butter offers a healthier fat profile, making these cookies a delightful, guilt-free indulgence.
Cooking Up Whole Wheat Honey Chocolate Cookies
Begin by whisking together the egg, brown sugar, honey, and sunflower oil until you achieve a smooth blend. Then, in a separate bowl, combine the 200g of whole wheat flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, a pinch of salt, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon each of ground flaxseed and chia seeds, and 100g of chocolate chips. Mix and knead the dough until well combined. Remember, the dough will be sticky, but that’s just fine – avoid adding extra flour.
Serving Suggestions
Once the dough has chilled, preheat the oven to 180℃ (350℉). Grease a baking sheet lightly and shape the dough into small balls, placing them on the sheet, ensuring they’re adequately spaced apart. Bake for 15 minutes until they’re perfectly golden. Initially soft, these cookies will firm up deliciously as they cool.
A Delectable Experience
Biting into one of these cookies is like experiencing a burst of flavors – the richness of chocolate, the warmth of vanilla, and the subtle sweetness of honey, all wrapped up in a delightful whole wheat package.
Conclusion: Enjoy Every Bite!
From the aroma filling your kitchen to the joy of savoring these healthier treats, making Whole Wheat Honey Chocolate Cookies is an experience to relish. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies combine taste and nutrition effortlessly. Bake a batch today and indulge guilt-free in every delicious bite!
Whole Wheat Honey Chocolate Cookies Recipe
Ingredients
- 200 grams wholemeal flour
- 80 ml sunflower oil
- 80 ml honey
- 100 grams brown sugar
- 1 piece egg
- 100 grams chocolate drops
- 1 soup spoon broken flaxseed
- 1 soup spoon chia seeds
- 1 piece vanillin
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- In the mixer bowl, whisk together the egg, brown sugar, honey, and sunflower oil with a wire whisk until the ingredients are well combined, and the sugar has dissolved.
- Remove the bowl from the mixer and add the whole wheat flour, baking powder, salt, vanilla extract, ground flaxseed, chia seeds, and chocolate chips. Mix and knead the dough with your hands.
- The dough will be sticky, but don't worry about it; avoid adding more flour.
- Cover the dough with transparent wrap and refrigerate for an hour to firm up.
- Preheat the oven to 180℃ (350℉)
- Grease a baking sheet with oil. Take the dough out of the fridge and, using a spoon, take a small amount of dough and shape it into a ball.
- Place the ball on the baking sheet, making sure they don't touch each other, as the cookies will spread during baking.
- Bake for only 15 minutes on the upper and lower heating elements of the oven.
- Initially, the cookies will be soft, but they will harden as time passes.
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