Lemon Blueberry Oatmeal Cookies-Post Swap Program

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Lemon Blueberry Oatmeal Cookies

This is my newest Cookie Creation using some blueberries that I just dehydrated (I know I know - the purpose of dehydrating is to store that fruit or vegetable NOT to use immediately - hahahaha).  The finely ground pecans and the lemon juice both enhance the flavor of the blueberries.

If you want to learn How to Dehydrate Blueberries (click HERE to view)

 

Printable Recipe

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/3 cup butter (at room temperature)

1/4 cup lemon juice

lemon zest

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon baking powder

dash salt (I used salted butter - if you are using unsalted butter then add 1/2 teaspoon salt instead of a dash)

1 egg

1 cup oatmeal (I used old fashioned rolled oats but you may use quick oats instead)

1 2/3 cups flour

1 cup dried blueberries (you may substitute blueberry juice infused dried cranberries - see below)

1/3 cup finely ground pecans

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

With an electric mixer in a large mixing bowl - cream together both sugars & the butter until fluffy (a few minutes).  Now add in the egg, lemon juice & zest & mix until combined.  Using a wooden spoon stir in the flour, oatmeal, salt, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon & the ground pecans and continue stirring until combined.  Finally stir in the dried blueberries.  

Drop by tablespoon full onto a parchment lined cookie sheet.  Bake in a preheated 375 degree oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until desired color & texture is achieved.  Cool on a wire rack & then serve!

This recipe makes about 25 cookies.



SUBSTITUTE:  If you don't have any dried blueberries then substitute these "Craisins" - Blueberry Juice Infused Dried Cranberries by Ocean Spray
or any plain dried cranberry may also be substituted.

ENJOY!!




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Banana Oatmeal Cookie (recipe)

I am always looking for more ways to incorporate healthy food with delicious foods such as desserts and special treats. All while trying to make sure they actually taste good. If our daughters enjoy it, I know I have succeeded. Lets be honest we find recipes that look absolutely amazing on pinterest and some do not always turn out like they should.

I came across this banana cookie recipe. It look simple, less time consuming, and delicious. I knew I had to give it a try. While the cookies were baking in the oven my home started to smell like the aroma of banana bread. At least that's what my 4 year old told me. It literally only took me a couple minutes to prepare. Which is perfect when your a busy mom on the go trying to eat healthy.

Banana Oatmeal Cookie

Ingredients included...

• 2 large bananas. (I use my old frozen ones I always have on hand from my freezer. Of course let them thaw first if you do too.)
• 1 cup of old fashion oats. 
• I added a half of a handful of raisins. (You may add chocolate chips instead, dried cranberries, etc.)

How To...

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
2. Mash or use a hand blender to get somewhat of a smooth consistency.
3. Add one cup of the Oats and raisins.
4. Mix well and place onto a cookie sheet.
5. Place into the oven for 15 minutes.
   
   

Our daughters loved the cookies and they disappeared as quickly as it took me to bake them. 

Enjoy!