Healthy, soft, and easy, these gluten-free cranberry oatmeal cookies are made with pure maple syrup and coconut sugar. They’re an easy recipe, perfect for busy families and kids!
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It costs approximately $9.16 to make these Oatmeal cookies. The recipe makes sixteen servings and costs around $0.57 per serving.
Ingredients List and Notes
| Gluten-free oats | Rolled oats or quick-cooking rolled oats work wonders in this recipe. |
| Gluten-free oat flour | Like vanilla extract ( I used alcohol-free), baking soda, and kosher salt. |
| Almond Flour | Has a nice nutty flavor to the cookies. Almond flour is another great gluten-free flour to use. |
| Eggs | Will be the binding agent. |
| Natural sweeteners | It adds a nice coconut flare and helps to keep these cookies nice and moist. |
| Coconut oil | The base is so versatile. Add chocolate chips, raisins, pecans, dried cranberries, or raisins. You really can’t go wrong here. |
| Add-ins | This recipe is absolutely delicious. It uses pure maple syrup and coconut sugar, which have deep, rich flavors. |
| Other essential ingredients | This recipe is absolutely delicious. It uses pure maple syrup and coconut sugar, both of which have a deep, rich flavor. |
Table of Contents
Recipe Estimated Cost:
- 2 large eggs – $0.46
- 3 Tablespoons unrefined coconut oil – $0.36
- ⅓ cup coconut sugar – $2.66
- ⅓ cup pure maple syrup – $0.30
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract – $1.36
- ¾ cup blanched almond flour – $2.50
- 1 cup gluten-free oat flour – $1.09
- 1 cup gluten-free rolled oats – $0.42
- 1 teaspoon baking soda – $0.01
NOTE: The recipe prices are calculated by using grocery store websites. The actual cost of the recipe will vary depending on what ingredients you already have. I updated the prices for this recipe in April 2024.
How To Make Gluten-Free Oatmeal Cookies
***For complete recipe instructions, see the recipe card below.
- Add coconut oil to a mixing bowl and melt in the microwave.
- Whisk in coconut sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, salt, and eggs and set aside.
- Whisk to combine almond flour, oat flour, rolled oats, and baking soda in another bowl.
- Add dry ingredients to wet and fold with a spatula until combined. Add any desired mix-ins.
- Scoop the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake at 325°F for 10 minutes. Let cookies cool before serving.
Storage Tips
Serve: Allow the cookies to cool before serving.
Store: Gluten-free cookies do not last as long as cookies with gluten. Eating these cookies within 2-3 days before freezing them is best.
Freeze: Place the cookies in an airtight container or Ziploc bag and freeze for up to three months.
Tips for Making the Perfect Gluten-Free Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies Every Time.
- Rest the batter: 10 minutes lets the ingredients meld for a thicker batter.
- Uniform size: Use a cookie scooper for even baking.
- Shape options: Roll dough into balls for a classic look, or scoop directly for a rustic style (space 2 inches apart).
- Leavening: This recipe uses baking soda for even spreading.
- Lower heat: Bake at 325°F for 10 minutes for gluten-free cookies (prevents burning).
- Non-stick magic: Line your baking sheet with parchment paper or a baking mat for easy removal.
Read the recipe from start to finish. You will better understand its flow and identify any unfamiliar words or methods.
Shop for the ingredients beforehand. When you shop ahead, you are less likely to swap out ingredients for what you don’t have, thus creating a complete recipe fail!
More Healthy and Gluten-Free Desserts:
- German Chocolate Cake Dessert Truffles
- Almond Flour Pumpkin Bread (dairy-free!)
- Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Gluten-Free Oatmeal Cookies
Recipe Cost 9.16 Serving Cost 0.57
Recipe Cost $ 9.16 Serving Cost $ 0.57Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tbsp melted unrefined coconut oil scraped and leveled
- ⅓ cup coconut sugar
- ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tsp vanilla extract I used alcohol-free
Dry Ingredients
- ¾ cup blanched almond flour
- 1 cup gluten-free oat flour
- 1 cup gluten-free rolled oat or quick-cooking rolled oats
- 1 tsp baking soda
- Optional: 3/4 cup dried cranberries also known as craisins
Instructions
Prepare the wet ingredients
- Get two mixing bowls ready.
- In the first bowl, prepare the wet ingredients. Add the coconut oil into one of the bowls and melt it in the microwave for 30 seconds or until completely liquified.
- When ready, add the coconut sugar, pure maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk until well incorporated. Next, whisk in the eggs one at a time. Set the wet ingredients aside.
Prepare the dry ingredients
- In the second bowl, add the almond flour, oat flour, rolled oats, and baking soda. Whisk to combine ingredients. Now we will put it all together.
Putting it all together
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Ditch the whisk and use a nonstick spatula to mix and fold everything together.
- Next, add in any raisins, craisins, chocolate, or nuts.
- Finally, scoop out a tablespoon or so of the batter onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a baking mat. Place each cookie two-inches apart, leaving plenty of room to expand.
- Bake at 325 °F for 10 minutes.
- Allow cooling before enjoying them.
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Recipe FAQs
Is Oatmeal Gluten-free?
That’s a good question. According to Very Well Fit, Quaker Oats stated, “Yes, oats are naturally gluten-free. However, during farming, transportation, and storage, gluten-containing grains like wheat, rye, barley, and spelt may be unintentionally introduced.”
Why add salt to the wet ingredients?
When salt is added to the liquid ingredients, this will ensure the salt is evenly and fully dissolved, thus creating a better balance of salty-sweet.
What makes cookies soft and chewy?
Baking at a low temperature will help retain moisture. In addition, my secret ingredient—pure maple syrup—helps to keep these cookies nice and moist.
Comments & Reviews
Debby says
Thank you for the recipe. I am always at hunt for gluten free deserts and snacks.