These oatmeal cookies strike a perfect balance between health and indulgence. Featuring robust dark chocolate, hearty oats, and a hint of sea salt, each cookie delivers a satisfying chew and rich flavor. Reduced in sugar, these cookies include a mix of natural sweeteners and dark brown sugar to maintain a delightful sweetness and texture. Dark chocolate adds depth, while a sprinkle of sea salt on top enhances the flavors, making these cookies not just tasty but also a visually appealing treat.
Why You'll Love This: If you appreciate a cookie that's not overly sweet and offers a blend of complex flavors, these are for you. The combination of dark chocolate and oats provides a good source of antioxidants and fiber, making these cookies a slightly healthier option for those mindful of their sugar intake. They are perfect for anyone looking for a guilt-free snack that doesn't compromise on taste.
Perfect Occasion: These cookies are ideal for a cozy evening at home, as a thoughtful homemade gift, or as a special treat in a lunchbox. They're also great for gatherings where you want to offer something that feels indulgent yet is mindful of health.
Decoration Tips: Before baking, press a few extra pieces of chopped dark chocolate and a light sprinkle of coarse sea salt into the top of each cookie for extra flavor and a gourmet touch. The contrast of the salt with the sweet and bitter tones of the chocolate makes these cookies exceptionally appealing.
Ingredients:
- 80 grams of soft butter (lightly warmed in the microwave if not soft enough)
- 1 large egg plus 1 egg yolk
- 50 grams of coarse oatmeal
- 100 grams of white flour
- 50 grams of dark brown sugar
- 70 grams of sugar substitute (or regular white sugar)
- 80 grams of 85% dark chocolate, finely chopped
- 2 grams of baking soda (about 1/3 teaspoon)
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract or paste
- A pinch of salt
- Coarse Maldon salt or sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, cream the soft butter with the sugars using a hand mixer until smooth and well combined.
- Add the eggs and vanilla, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually incorporate the flour, oatmeal, baking soda, and a pinch of salt into the butter mixture until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped dark chocolate.
- Form the dough into balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze the dough balls for 60 minutes to firm up.
- Preheat the oven to 170°C (338°F). Arrange the chilled dough balls on the baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes for larger cookies, or 8 minutes for smaller ones. The cookies should still be soft in the center when removed from the oven.
- Immediately after baking, sprinkle a touch of coarse sea salt over the cookies.
- Allow to cool completely on the baking sheet for the best texture.
Enjoy these oatmeal dark chocolate cookies with a sprinkle of sea salt, a delicious way to treat yourself while keeping health in mind.
