Ingredients for Whole Wheat Flax Fruit And Spice Cookies
- 1/2 cup oil
- 1/5 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup Uncle Sam cereal
- 1 cup chopped dried fruit
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts or seeds (optional)
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How to Make Whole Wheat Flax Fruit And Spice Cookies
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup oil and 1/5 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add 2 large eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Beat in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 2 tablespoons orange juice, and 1 tablespoon orange zest.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups whole wheat flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Stir in 1 cup Uncle Sam cereal (or substitute with a mix of wheat/bran flakes and flax seeds), 1 cup chopped dried fruit (dates, cranberries, raisins, etc.), and 1/4 cup chopped nuts or seeds (optional).
- Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Flatten slightly with a moistened fork (optional).
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown.
- Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
16 g
Sugar
241g
Fat
11g
Carbs
33g
