Snack: Oatmeal-Raisin Cookies with Flax

Recipe by Emily Farris Flax seed meal and whole flax seeds add nutritional value to these gooey made-from-scratch oatmeal raisin cookies.

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Flax Seed

Health and fertility benefits of Oatmeal-Raisin Cookies with Flax

Flaxseed can be used to combat PCOS as it helps decrease androgen levels. It contains lignans that increase the production of sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG) that binds testosterone in the blood, thereby preventing it from wreaking havoc in the body. Being high in fiber, flaxseed helps slow down glucose metabolism and lower cholesterol levels. The omega-3 fatty acids in this flaxseed also reduce inflammation, lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease.

Ingredients

2 c. all-purpose flour
1/4 c. flax seed meal (see Note)
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. kosher salt
2 stick unsalted butter
1 c. white granulated sugar
1 c. brown sugar
3 large eggs
2 tsp. vanilla extract
3 c. rolled oats
1 c. raisins
1/4 c. whole flax seeds

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, flax seed meal, baking soda, baking powder, and kosher salt. In a separate bowl, mix the butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla, manually or with a hand mixer. Beat until the mixture is fluffy.
Combine the two mixtures, stirring until the flour is fully incorporated, then add the oats, raisins, and flax seeds. Mix well, but don't over mix.
Prepare a baking sheet with a non-stick baking mat or parchment paper. Scoop out heaping tablespoons of cookie dough, and gently form each into a ball, and place them 2 inches apart on the baking sheet. Sprinkle the top of each cookie with whole flax seeds. Bake for 11-14 minutes, uncovered, until the cookies turn golden brown (but are still moist in the middle). Rotate the baking sheet halfway through to ensure evenly baked cookies. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 3 to 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack or towel to cool. If using only one baking sheet, repeat until you've used all of the dough. Looking for more dessert ideas? Check out our homemade chocolate chip cookie recipes, apple pie recipes, and chocolate cake recipes.

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