Gluten-free Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Updated Jul. 29th, 2024
With all the endless, wild cookie options out there, sometimes it’s nice to slow things down and just go back to the basics. Well, thankfully we’ve got just the thing - oatmeal raisin cookies just like grandma used to make! Only these cookies have had a bit of a facelift – we’ve not only taken out the gluten, dairy, eggs and nuts in this healthy version, it’s also free of ingredients that cause inflammation. So grab that old, flower-pattern apron, put on a record and get baking – unlike these cookies, some things don’t need updating!
- Gluten Free
- Dairy Free
- Egg Free
- Vegetarian
Ingredients:
| wet | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1/2 cup coconut oil, softened | 1 flax egg | |
| 2/3 cup brown sugar | 1 teaspoon gluten-free vanilla extract |
| dry | ||
|---|---|---|
| ¼ cup sorghum flour | 1 teaspoon gluten-free baking powder | dash of nutmeg |
| ¼ cup arrowroot | ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon | |
| ¼ cup sweet rice flour | ¼ teaspoon himalayan rock salt |
| optional extras | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1 ½ cups gluten-free old-fashioned oats | ¾ cup of raisins, soaked |
Directions
Preheat oven to 350F
- In a small bowl, prepare your egg by mixing 1 tablespoon of flax seed with 3 tablespoons of warm water. Set aside for five minutes.
- In another bowl, add some water and dump in your raisins. Let them plump up for five minutes in the water. Then drain and set aside.
- To ensure you have smooth cookies, mix your oil, brown sugar, egg and vanilla in a large bowl and cream together. Mix until nice and creamy – if you want to speed the process up, use an electric hand mixer.
- Using another bowl, combine all of your dry ingredients. Mixing thoroughly.
- Now, combine both mixtures into one bowl, stirring. Once well incorporated, add in your drained raisins, and oats if you’re adding them.
- Using your hands or a spoon, portion out the cookies onto a lined baking sheet, making sure to leave enough space between each one for expansion.
- Toss the cookies in the oven and bake until golden brown, around the 10-12 minute mark.
Make It This Way
To make a perfect, soft-on-the-inside cookie every time, creaming the coconut oil and sugar is a key step. This process takes roughly three minutes, and it works because it beats in tiny air bubbles, resulting in a fluffy texture. Just make sure you don’t over do it, or you could beat the air bubbles out as fast as you beat them in!
Try This
Make the perfect yogurt parfait by mixing this cookie with goat yogurt and fresh berries! For best results, crumble two oatmeal raisin cookies into the bottom of a clear cup or a glass. Next, add a few dollops of plain goat yogurt or dairy-free yogurt. Top with fresh, chopped berries, then drizzle with a little maple syrup or honey and enjoy.
Oatmeal raisin cookies sometimes get a bad reputation but to that I say you just need to try the right kind of oatmeal raisin cookies! If they are soft and chewy, it is hard to dislike them! I love how this recipe uses flaxseeds in it to get extra nutrients and make it filled with fiber and help you stay fuller for longer! These are a great way to satisfy your cravings for cookies and still have something healthy! I love warm oatmeal raisin cookies that are not too hot but not cold either, they are such a great snack for cooler days!
It's so hard to find gluten free goodies that still taste delish! If you don't enjoy raisins, just leave them out - or sneak in a few chocolate chips like I do :) These cookies are a classic Grandma style oatmeal raisin cookie, and I'll admit that I grab for cookies in the morning with my coffee. This recipe makes me feel less guilty about having cookies with my breakfast. Thanks for coming up with a gluten free option!
Hello Nicole,
Cookies are great with a coffee, but when you use whole food ingredients and make them yourself, you know exactly what's in it and these are just like eating a bowl of oatmeal for breakfast! The chocolate chips sound like a nice touch, you can also use carob or cocoa nibs to keep it less sweet too.
Enjoy!
Something about a good old classic oatmeal and raisin cookie is so satisfying and something that grows on you with age in my opinion! I love how soft the oatmeal makes the cookies and they are so satisfying while just a little bit warm. Perfect for colder weather! Raising a with a mix of some chocolate chips would be great too and I love a dash of cinnamon to make it extra cozy! Cookies are my favourite.
Hello O,
I couldn't agree more! There's something timeless and comforting about a good old classic oatmeal and raisin cookie. The softness of the oatmeal, the sweetness of the raisins, and that warm, cozy feeling they give when enjoyed just a little bit warm... it's pure bliss. And hey, adding some chocolate chips to the mix sounds like a delicious twist. Plus, that dash of cinnamon for extra coziness? Perfection! It's no wonder cookies are your favourite. Thanks for sharing your love for these delightful treats and here's some information on the health benefits of cinnamon, check out this article: https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/cinnamon/
Have a healthy day!
I think that cookies are best without butter and without gluten. Flours like those from brown rice and buckwheat (not included here but another flour superstar) are distinct and delicious. Coconut oil is amazing in terms of what it can do for every aspect of a cookie. I recently purchased some very delicious gluten free brown rice cookies from a local, family-owned shop and seeing this recipe makes me want to make my own (though of course I will still support local buisnesses I believe in!)