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Nourishing Lactation Cookies Recipe

Nourishing Lactation Cookies Recipe
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Bite into these cozy, nutrient-rich Nourishing Lactation Cookies, designed to support nursing mothers with wholesome ingredients like oats, ground flaxseed, and brewer’s yeast. Packed with chocolate chips, walnuts, and dried cranberries, these cookies offer a delicious and comforting way to boost lactation and energy throughout your nursing journey.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • ½ cup ground flaxseed
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp brewer’s yeast

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup coconut oil
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • ½ cup dried cranberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, ground flaxseed, baking soda, salt, and brewer’s yeast. Stir well to evenly distribute all components.
  3. Cream Fats and Sugar: In a separate bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, coconut oil, and brown sugar using a mixer or whisk until light and fluffy, creating a smooth base.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat the egg and vanilla extract into the creamed mixture, mixing thoroughly so the liquid ingredients are fully combined.
  5. Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to maintain texture and avoid overmixing.
  6. Incorporate Add-ins: Fold in the dark chocolate chips, chopped walnuts, and dried cranberries evenly throughout the cookie dough.
  7. Shape Cookies: Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
  8. Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown around the edges, indicating they are perfectly baked.
  9. Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring they set properly.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh brewer’s yeast to maximize lactation benefits.
  • Substitute dark chocolate chips with carob chips for a caffeine-free option.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
  • These cookies contain nuts; omit or replace walnuts to suit dietary restrictions.
  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing for optimal texture.

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