Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats, 80g
- 1 cup quinoa flour, 120g
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 3g
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 2g
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1g
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1 stick, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 100g
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed, 100g
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup, 5ml (optional)
- 1 large egg, 50g
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 5ml
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, 150g
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
10-12 minutes
Difficulty Level:
1 - Simple
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together oats, flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in maple syrup, egg, and vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Drop by rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown and centers are set. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1 cookie):
- Calories: 190
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sodium: 110mg
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Dietary fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 12g
- Protein: 3g
Dish Characteristics:
- Soft and chewy
- Rich chocolate flavor
- Hints of maple and quinoa
- Canadian-inspired twist
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! They're so chewy and the chocolate chips are perfect."
- "I love that these cookies have a little bit of oats and quinoa in them. It gives them a unique flavor and texture."
- "These are the best chocolate chip cookies I've ever had! They're so delicious and they're perfect for any occasion."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have quinoa flour, you can use regular all-purpose flour instead.
- To make the cookies gluten-free, use certified gluten-free oats and flour.
- Let the cookies cool completely before storing them in an airtight container. They will keep for up to 3 days at room temperature or 1 week in the refrigerator.
