Search This Blog

Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Chef Adam Rita No 7: Healthier Chocolate Cookies!





Since it's the Holiday season many people indulge in their favorite treats, This recipe takes a healthier spin on chocolate cookies by cutting back on sugar and incorporating whole grains. Santa won't even know the difference…

Mom's Chocolate Chip Cookies

Makes about 2 1/2 dozen cookies

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

3/4 cup rolled oats

1 cup 100% whole-wheat flour

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 cup butter, softened

1/4 cup canola oil

1/3 cup granulated sugar

1/3 cup brown sugar

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup chocolate chips

Preparation

Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat 2 baking sheets with cooking spray.

Grind oats in a blender or food processor. Transfer to a medium bowl and stir in flour, baking soda and salt. Beat butter in a large bowl with an electric mixer until fluffy. Add oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg and vanilla; beat until smooth and creamy. With the mixer running, add the dry ingredients, beating on low speed until just combined. Stir in chocolate chips.

Drop the dough by heaping teaspoon full, at least 1 inch apart, onto the prepared baking sheets. Bake cookies, 1 sheet at a time, until firm around the edges and golden on top, about 15 minutes. Cool the cookies for 2 minutes on the baking sheets, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Chef's Tips: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months!

No comments:

Post a Comment