Sweet Potato Oat Cookies

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5.0

15 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Cook Time

    15 mins

  • Total Time

    45 mins

  • Servings

    12 people

  • Calories

    186 kcal

  • Course

    Breakfast

  • Cuisine

    American

Sweet Potato Oat Cookies

These soft and chewy Sweet Potato Oat Cookies are gluten-free, dairy-free, and naturally sweetened with pure maple syrup. They're perfect as a sweet snack or a grab-and-go breakfast treat.

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Ingredients

Servings

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup of mashed sweet potato
  • cup and 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cup gluten-free rolled oats
  • 1 cup blanched almond flour packed
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • pinch of kosher salt
  • ½ cup of non-dairy dark chocolate chopped or dark chocolate chips

Instructions

MAKE COOKIE DOUGH BATTER:

  1. Transfer the mashed sweet potato to a food processor.
  2. Add the pure maple syrup down the tube while it's processing. The results should be a smooth and creamy consistency. 
  3. Next, transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl. Then, add the egg and vanilla extract. Mix to combine. 
  4. Mix in the dry ingredients until combined.
  5. Fold in the chopped dark chocolate.

PREHEAT OVEN AND PREP BAKING SHEET:

  1. Set the batter aside for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

BAKE COOKIES:

  1. Divide the cookie batter into 12 even pieces and place them onto the baking sheet.
  2. Press down the cookie dough mounds with your fingertips to create a circular cookie shape.
  3. Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes. 
  4. Cool for at least 15 minutes before enjoying.

Notes

  • Below are three fool-proof methods for cooking sweet potatoes for this recipe. Choose which method suits your cooking style.
  • Pierce all over the outer skin of the sweet potato with a fork. Add the sweet potato to a microwave-safe bowl and a cup of water.
  • Microwave for 4 minutes. Flip the potato and continue to cook for an additional 4 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork.
  • Pierce all over the outer skin of the sweet potato with a fork. Add one cup of water to the instant pot.
  • Place the steamer rack on the bottom. Add the sweet potato. Place the lid on a set the time for 10 minutes. Release the steam and pierce with a fork to ensure its softness.
  • Pierce all over the outer skin of the sweet potato with a fork. Wrap the sweet potato in foil and bake for 45 minutes or until fork-tender.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1cookie Calories 186kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 23g (8%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Trans Fat 0.004g Cholesterol 14mg (5%) Sodium 62mg (3%) Potassium 225mg (6%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 4507IU (90%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 51mg (5%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 186 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1cookie
Calories 186kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 23g 8%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g 2%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Trans Fat 0.004g 0%
Cholesterol 14mg 5%
Sodium 62mg 3%
Potassium 225mg 5%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 4507IU 90%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 51mg 5%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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