Sugar-free And Butter-free Oatmeal Cookies
Homemade sugar-free and butter-free oatmeal cakes are a super delicious solution at a time when most of the industrial versions found in supermarkets contain large amounts of sweeteners as well as trans fat and sodium.
So by making cakes at home, you can replace all the less healthy ingredients with others that are healthier from a nutritional point of view.
The benefits of oatmeal
Oatmeal is one of the most consumed grains in the world. Their high nutritional value makes them stand out from other grains as they contain more protein and fiber.
Among the many benefits, it is important to highlight the benefits of:
Digestive diseases
Oatmeal is an excellent regulator of bowel movements due to the high content of soluble and insoluble fiber. Its intake is recommended to relieve symptoms of gastritis, stomach acid and hemorrhoids. This is because it protects the mucous membranes of digestion.
In addition, soluble fiber has a prebiotic effect that favors the quality of the intestinal flora.
Gallbladder health
Regular consumption of oatmeal can contribute to a reduction of bile salts during digestion, which favors their elimination and purification of the gallbladder. Thus, it prevents the formation of gallstones and colic.
Also read: 6 signs of gallbladder problems
Heart disease
The fiber found in oatmeal reduces the absorption of cholesterol thanks to its pulling effect. Therefore, it regulates cholesterol levels and blood pressure.
In addition, its fat content promotes proper heart function.
Recipes for sugar-free and butter-free oatmeal cakes
Here are two different recipes for sugar-free and butter-free oatmeal cookies. Note that the difference between them lies in the type of fruit used as a sweetener instead of refined sugar.
1. Sugar-free and butter-free oatmeal cookies with dates and apples
In this recipe, replace sugar with dates and apples to add sweetness to your oatmeal cookies.
Ingredients
- 140 g oatmeal
- 140 whole wheat flour
- 10 dates without stones
- 1 large ripe apple, grated
- A pinch of yeast
- 75 ml olive oil or coconut oil
- Almonds for garnish, flakes
Preparation
- To start with, preheat the oven to 175 ° C.
- Then put the dates in a bowl of a little warm water for about 15 minutes.
- Then, after the 15 minutes have passed, blend the dates together with a few tablespoons of water until you get a smooth puree.
- Then add oats, flour, yeast, olive or coconut oil, apple and date puree to a bowl. It is important to mix it well every time you add an ingredient.
- At this point, wet your hands and make small balls of the dough. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, with approx. 2 cm space between each ball.
- Then spread the chopped almonds on the cakes and bake them approx. 6-7 minutes or until golden brown.
- Finally, let them cool on a rack until crisp and ready to be eaten.
Also read: Energetic breakfast without dairy products, flour or sugar
2. Sugar-free and butter-free oatmeal cookies with banana and chocolate
This version of sugar-free and butter-free oatmeal cookies requires only three ingredients, making it an easy, quick and convenient recipe to make with children.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas
- 100 g oatmeal
- Dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
In addition, you can add dried fruits, seeds and nuts, and remember that if you do, add more bananas so that the dough does not get too dry.
Preparation
- To start with, preheat the oven to 175 ° C.
- Then line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Next, mash the bananas in a bowl using a fork. Then add the oatmeal and mix well.
- Chop the chocolate and add it to the bowl.
- At this point, wet your hands and make small balls of the dough and then arrange them on the baking sheet.
- You can measure them with a spoon or a mold if you want them to be uniform in size.
- Finally, bake the cakes for 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Take the baking tray out of the oven and let the cakes cool.
You can serve these cakes with yogurt, fresh cheese, a smoothie and a piece of fruit to either have a healthy breakfast or a light and nutritious snack.
