Carob Oat Cookies

These carob oat cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. They are made with simple ingredients and are a healthier alternative to traditional cookies.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1 cup rolled oats

• 1/2 cup carob powder

• 1/2 cup brown sugar

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter or vegan butter

• 1 egg or flax egg (1 tbsp flaxseed meal mixed with 3 tbsp water)

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1/4 tsp baking powder

• pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350F (175C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, oats, carob powder, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.

3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter or vegan butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

4. Beat in the egg or flax egg and vanilla extract.

5. Gradually stir in the flour mixture.

6. Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet.

7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.

8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

These carob oat cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. They are vegan-friendly and gluten-free. You can also adjust the sweetener to your taste or use honey or maple syrup instead.

If you're interested in incorporating more carob powder into your cooking and baking, you can purchase our high-quality, locally sourced and hand-harvested carob powder in our store. We offer a wide range of carob products, including carob powder, whole carobs, carob seeds, and carob harvesting service. By choosing our carob products, you are supporting local farmers and the economy of the Algarve region, and getting a high-quality and delicious product. Visit our website to purchase carob powder and other carob products.