Lenten oatmeal cookies
4 servings
30 minutes
Oatmeal cookies are the embodiment of simplicity and health benefits. Their roots trace back to European culinary traditions where oats became a symbol of healthy eating. Tender and crumbly, they combine the sweetness of honey with a light nutty note that adds depth to the flavor. Olive oil makes the texture soft, while the leavening agent keeps it airy. These cookies are perfect for those observing fasting or simply looking for an alternative to traditional desserts. They can be served with tea, coffee, or plant-based milk and used as a healthy snack throughout the day. Each crunchy crumb is filled with the warmth of home cooking and care for health.
1
Grind the oats in a blender to a flour consistency.
- Rolled oats: 160 g
2
In a deep bowl, mix the oats, honey, salt, and olive oil.
- Rolled oats: 160 g
- Honey: 4 tablespoons
- Salt: 0.3 tablespoon
- Olive oil: 6 tablespoons
3
Chop the nuts
- Nuts: 60 g
4
Add nuts to the dough. Knead it.
- Nuts: 60 g
5
Roll the dough into balls the size of a walnut and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. (Make sure there is enough space between the balls, or they will turn into one large cookie.) Bake at 180 degrees for 15-20 minutes.
