Oatmeal Raisin Cookies (Low-Calorie Version)
A nostalgic yet health-conscious take on the classic oatmeal raisin cookie, maintaining its soft, chewy texture while reducing calories. No weird ingredients—just pantry staples used smartly.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
- 3/4 cup coconut sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp molasses
Dry Ingredients
- 1.25 cups flour
- 1.5 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1.75 cups old-fashioned oats
- 3/4 cup raisins Soaked in orange juice for 15 minutes, then drained.
Instructions
- Cream melted butter and Greek yogurt until fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Beat in coconut sugar, egg, and molasses until smooth.
- Whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and nutmeg in a separate bowl.
- Gradually fold in oats and soaked raisins until fully incorporated.
- Scoop 1.5 tbsp portions onto a lined baking sheet and flatten slightly.
- Bake at 325°F for 14 minutes, or until tops are cracked but centers are shiny.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
To keep cookies soft for days, store in an airtight container with a slice of bread.