Who doesn’t love eating cookie dough straight from the mixing bowl? Unfortunately, traditional cookie dough is loaded with sugar, butter, and raw eggs, which can lead to health problems like obesity and food poisoning. But what if there was a way to enjoy the taste of cookie dough without the guilt or risk? Enter healthy edible cookie dough.
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Table of Contents
- What is Healthy Edible Cookie Dough?
- Why Should You Choose This Cookie Dough?
- Where to Find Edible Cookie Dough
- How to Make Healthy Edible Cookie Dough
- Conclusion
What is Healthy Edible Cookie Dough?
Healthy edible cookie dough is a variation of traditional cookie dough that is made with healthier ingredients and is safe to eat raw. It typically contains no raw eggs or flour, which are the two main culprits for food poisoning and digestive issues. Instead, edible cookie dough is made with ingredients like homemade oat flour, nut butter, and natural sweeteners, such as honey or maple syrup.
Why Should You Choose This Cookie Dough?
Besides being safe to eat raw, healthy edible cookie dough offers several health benefits. For one, it’s lower in calories and sugar than traditional cookie dough, making it a great option for those who are watching their weight or blood sugar levels. It’s also gluten-free, which is good news for those with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.
This edible cookie dough is also rich in nutrients. Oat flour, for example, lowers bad cholesterol, reduces risk of heart disease, regulates blood pressure, controls blood sugar levels, improves digestion, and aids in weight management. Natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup are also rich in antioxidants and other beneficial compounds.
Where to Find Edible Cookie Dough
If you don’t have the time or ingredients to make your own edible cookie dough, don’t worry. There are many brands and stores that sell pre-made versions. Look for them in the health food section of your grocery store or online. Just make sure to read the ingredients list carefully to ensure that it’s made with healthy, natural ingredients.
How to Make Healthy Edible Cookie Dough
Making healthy edible cookie dough is easy and can be done in just a few minutes. Here’s a simple recipe to get you started:
Ingredients
1 cup rolled oats
1/4 cup nut butter (such as almond butter or peanut butter)
2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons Lily’s Baking Chips (optional)
Pinch of salt
Directions
- Place the rolled oats in a food processor or blender and pulse until they become a fine flour-like consistency.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the oat flour, nut butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Mix all the ingredients together until well combined. If the dough seems too dry, you can add a little more nut butter or honey/maple syrup.
- Once the dough is well mixed, fold in the baking chips if desired.
- Form the dough into small bite-sized balls or press it into a baking dish and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up.
Notes
- For a variation of this cookie dough, skip the baking chips and add in 1/4 cup of raisins for an oatmeal raisin cookie dough.
Conclusion
Healthy edible cookie dough is a delicious and nutritious treat that you can enjoy without the guilt or risk of traditional cookie dough. It’s easy to make and can be customized to your taste preferences. Plus, it’s packed with nutrients and lower in calories and sugar than traditional cookie dough. So, go ahead and indulge in some edible cookie dough today!
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