Oat flour cookies are slightly crispy, chocolatey, and just pure delicious. They are made with finely ground oat flour and other ingredients you probably have on hand!
Oat flour cookies
Grab a tall glass of milk because what better combo is there than cookies and milk!
Chocolate chip cookies are always a good idea. And especially these ones because they are easy to make, can be stored in the freezer, and are made with wholesome oat flour.
Did I mention these cookies are crispy, slightly chewy and the are made with just 8 simple ingredients? Keep reading to find out why I love them so much!
Why you’ll love these oat flour cookies
There are many reason why I love these healthy chocolate chip cookies so I’ll spare you all my thoughts and just list a few reasons below. LOL. But seriously they are so good. While cookies are still cookies, you can feel better about eating these because they have added fiber and whole grains!
- These cookies can be made in one bowl.
- They are made with whole grain oat flour.
- Oat flour cookies only require 8 ingredients!
- Extra cookies can be stored in the freezer for a later date.
- Additionally, try these oatmeal chocolate chip cookies with almond butter.
Ingredients in oat flour chocolate chip cookies
You will need the 8 below ingredients to whip up these oat flour chocolate chip cookies!
- White sugar, or coconut sugar can be used to sweeten these cookies
- Butter is the baking fat. Feel free to use coconut oil as well.
- Egg acts the binding agents and holds all the ingredients together.
- Vanilla extract really helps enhance the flavors.
- Oat flour is the main flour ingredient.
- Baking soda is the leavening agent.
- Just a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors.
- Lastly, chocolate chips are a must!
How to make this recipe
Making cookies should be an enjoyable process. That’s why I have outlined below how to make these easy chocolate chip cookies.
STEP 1
Whisk the butter and sugar in a large bowl until fully combined. Then add in egg and vanilla. Continue to mix or whisk until very smooth
STEP 2
Add the dry ingredients: oat flour, baking soda and salt into the wet mixture. Fold until combined and then fold in the chocolate chips.
STEP 3
Chill for the dough in the fridge for 1-2 hours.
STEP 4
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. And line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
STEP 5
Roll 18 cookie dough balls and place them on two baking sheets lined with parchment paper. Bake at 350 for 12-15 minutes and enjoy!
Baking with oat flour
If you haven’t baked with oat flour before, it’s pretty simple! It replaces regular flour in baked goods but, it is not a 1:1 replacement. So you have to be mindful when it comes to new recipes! Oat flour is much lighter in weight than traditional flour. So, you typically have to use more oat flour than regular flour if you’re replacing it in a recipe.
As for the baking results with oat flour, it produces really nicely textured baked goods. Another added benefit of oats is that they are loaded with whole grains, fiber and complex carbs!
Frequently asked questions
Can I substitute another time of flour?
Definitely use a finely ground oat flour! Other flours should not be substituted as they have different weights and consistency.
What type of oat flour can I use?
Use store bought oat flour. This oat flour is great! It’s a large 4 pound bag for a great price. This will ensure the cookies have a nice texture. You can also try to make your own oat flour by blending oats in a high speed blender.
Are these cookies gluten free?
Make sure you use certified gluten free oat flour as some oats can have possible cross contamination with wheat products. This oat flour is naturally gluten free.
Do I need to chill the dough?
Yes, please chill the dough/ If you don’t chill the dough the cookies will spread way too thin. These cookies do result in thinner, crispy cookies so chilling them is a must!
Are these cookies crispy?
Yes, these cookies have a nice crispy edges and chewy middles!
How to make oat flour?
Making oat flour is super easy! Grab your oats and a high speed blender. Add the oats into the blender and pulse/blend until very smooth. You want to make sure it resembles a flour-like texture when it’s done. This will ensure your baked goods have great results! Grainy oat flour can result in bad textured baked goods.
Other healthier cookie recipes
If you’re a cookie lover, certainly give some of my other healthier cookie recipes a try!
Avocado Chocolate Chip Cookies
The Best Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Oat flour Cookies (Chocolate Chip, Gluten Free)
Ingredients
- ¾ cup white sugar OR coconut sugar
- ½ cup butter melted
- 1 egg room temperature so it doesn't solidify the butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups oat flour finely ground, 200g by weight
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½-¾ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Whisk the sugar and butter in a large bowl until fully combined. Then add in egg and vanilla. Continue to whisk until very smooth
- Add the dry ingredients: oat flour, baking soda and salt into the wet mixture. Fold until combined and then fold in the chocolate chips.
- Chill for the dough in the fridge for 1-2 hours. Make sure you do this so the cookies don't spread too thin.
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. And line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll 18 cookie dough balls and place them on two baking sheets lined with parchment paper. Bake at 350 for 12-15 minutes and enjoy!
omg they turned out so flat and spread out why???
Hi Susy, I am sorry to hear. did you let the batter chill in the fridge?