Healthy Oatmeal Cookies (No Flour, No White Sugar)

Ingredients:

• 1 cup oatmeal (90g)
• 50g dried cranberries
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped (30g)
• 1/4 cup dates, chopped (35g)
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted (30g)
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• A pinch of salt
• Optional: 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup for extra sweetness

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the oatmeal, cranberries, walnuts, dates, and lemon zest.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the egg, melted butter, vanilla extract, and optional honey/maple syrup.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
5. Add the baking soda and a pinch of salt to the mixture and stir again.
6. Use a spoon or cookie scoop to drop the dough onto the baking sheet, forming cookies about 1.5 inches apart.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the cookies are firm to the touch.
8. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy!

These cookies are soft, chewy, and naturally sweetened with dates and cranberries. They make a perfect snack or breakfast option!