Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Who could use a cookie right now? (We definitely could!)

I don’t know about you, but one of my favorite treats is a really good chocolate chip cookie. And trust me, these oatmeal chocolate chip ones fit the bill perfectly as they’re:

• Crispy on the outside.
• Slightly under baked for a gooey inside.
• Chewy thanks to the oats.
• Studded with mini chocolate chips.

Yes, you can still lose weight and enjoy a cookie

Just because you’re trying to lose weight and eat healthier, doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy a cookie from time to time.

But my rule when it comes to desserts is that the treat better be worth the calories.

This means that instead of settling for a healthier cookie that tastes just “okay,” you’re better off having a cookie that fully satisfies your craving.

Some additional tips for including sweet treats in your weight loss efforts:

• Go for quality over quantity. Rather than having a bunch of “okay” tasting cookies that are slightly healthier, you’re better off having one (or two) really good tasting cookies.
• Make your cookies smaller. Regardless of how big I make cookies, I find that I always want two. So rather than having two big cookies, I’ve found I”m just as satisfied after eating two smaller ones.
• Make a small batch at time. Unless you have a large family (or good self-control), it can help to only bake 1/4 or 1/2 of the dough and store the excess in the freezer.
• Practice mindfulness. Rather than sitting down in front of the TV and mindlessly munching away on cookies (we’ve all been there), try to be mindful when eating a cookie. This means taking smaller bites and eating slowly so that you can really savor the flavor and texture.

And of course, don’t forget to log your treats into your Lose It! app so that you can see how a serving or two fits into your goals for the day.

Tips for making these oatmeal chocolate chip cookies

• Add a little cornstarch. It may seem odd, but I’ve found just a little cornstarch helps make cookies nice and chewy.
• Use mini chocolate chips. Mini chips ensure that every bite has a little bit of chocolate.
• Use old fashioned rolled oats. While quick-cooking oats will work, old fashioned (the one’s that take 5 minutes to cook on the stove) result in a chewier cookie.
• Use white whole wheat flour. To keep the texture from getting too dense, use white whole wheat flour (rather than whole wheat flour). You can also use all-purpose flour if you don’t have white whole wheat at home.

 

 

Crispy on the outside and chewy inside, these oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are a delicious way to satisfy those cookie cravings.

 

Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

36

serves

83 Cal

Per serving

Crispy on the outside and chewy inside, these oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are a delicious way to satisfy those cookie cravings.

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