Indulge in these delightful Choco-Chai Spiced Oatmeal Cookies that blend the comforting flavors of traditional oatmeal cookies with aromatic chai spices and rich dark chocolate. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are not only vegan but also packed with flavor!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup coconut oil, melted
- ½ cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (vegan)
- ½ cup chopped nuts (optional, such as walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
Prepare your taste buds for a delightful baking experience!
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cardamom, ground cloves, and salt. Stir until well mixed, ensuring that the spices are evenly distributed.
In another bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until combined. The dough will be slightly sticky.
Fold in the dark chocolate chips and chopped nuts (if using), ensuring they are evenly dispersed throughout the dough.
Using a tablespoon, scoop out portions of the dough and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie as they will spread while baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The cookies will firm up as they cool, so don’t worry if they seem soft when you take them out.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these Choco-Chai Spiced Oatmeal Cookies with a warm cup of tea or as a delightful snack anytime!