Wholemeal chocolate cranberry cookies are so delicious! Rich in chocolate taste, sweet with cranberries and with a chewy centre they're a much healthier bake than traditional cookies too!
Folks is it too early to bring out recipes with a slight Christmas theme like these wholemeal chocolate cranberry cookies?
If you think it is, don't worry because these cookies can actually be made all year round!
When I was developing this recipe, I couldn't get fresh cranberries, so I used dried cranberries instead.
Soaking the dried cranberries for an hour helps prevent them from burning while the cookies are baking.
This means these cookies aren't just for Christmas when fresh cranberries are available; they can be enjoyed anytime!
These cookies are perfect for any occasion, not just the holiday season.
The combination of rich chocolate and tart cranberries makes for a delightful treat that can be enjoyed with a cup of coffee or tea.
If like me you've got a bit of a sweet tooth and you're also a chocolate lover, then there can be no better way to indulge than to enjoy a chocolate chip cookie.
I made these wholemeal and with no sugar either.
The wholemeal flour adds a wholesome touch, making them a bit healthier without compromising on taste.
With no sugar they're only 142 calories each, so I think we can allow ourselves one of these every now and then don't you agree?
Whether you're preparing for Christmas or just want a delicious cookie recipe, these chocolate cranberry cookies are a fantastic choice.
Plus, they're easy to make and perfect for sharing with friends and family.
So, whether you're in the holiday spirit or just in the mood for a tasty treat, get baking and enjoy these wonderful cookies!
How To Make Wholemeal Chocolate Cookies
This is a really simple recipe that both adults and kids can enjoy making.
As usual, and as with most of my other home baked cake and biscuits recipes , there's a straightforward process to follow.
First, you put the ingredients into one bowl, and then the ingredients into another bowl.
Next, you combine the ingredients from both bowls together.
This forms the cookie mixture, which you then divide into 12 equal-sized balls.
Place these balls onto a greased baking tray and flatten them down into rounds.
Bake them in an oven for 15 to 20 minutes.
Once they have cooled a little, they are ready to enjoy.
These cookies are perfect for a quick and easy baking session.
The simple steps make it a fun activity for the whole family!
After cooling, they are ready to go—right into your mouth!
Enjoy these delightful homemade wholemeal treats fresh from the oven.
Why These Wholemeal Chocolate Cranberry Cookies Are So Good!
- They're rich in chocolate taste and are so easy to make.
- They're sweetened with naturally honey and cranberries.
- They have a crunchy texture and a delicious chewy center.
- They're made with porridge oats and wholemeal flour.
- They're only 142 calories each.
- Most of all they're just delicious!
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Wholemeal Chocolate Cranberry Cookies Recipe
These wholemeal chocolate cranberry cookies make for a perfect little healthy snack and last up to 3 days if kept in an airtight container. They can be frozen too!
I’d love to hear what you think of my recipe in the comments below and please do rate my recipe 5* if you like it! 🙂
Wholemeal Chocolate Cranberry Cookies Recipe
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Equipment
Ingredients
- Olive oil cooking spray
- 100 g porridge oats
- 80 g plain wholemeal flour
- 1.5 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 60 g dried cranberries soaked in a bowl of cold water for at least 1 hours prior to using
- 50 g dark chocolate chips
- 125 ml runny honey
- 2 tablespoon melted coconut oil/coconut butter*
- 1 egg medium sized lightly whisked.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 180C Fan
- Lightly spray a baking tray with the olive oil spray and rub across the surface of the whole tray.
- In a bowl combine the oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt cocoa powder, pre-soaked cranberries and chocolate chips.
- In another bowl combine the honey, coconut oil, whisked egg and vanilla extract.
- Combine the contents of both bowls together. The mixture will be sticky, but should hold together in a ball. If not, add a little more wholemeal flour.
- Flour your hands a little and roll the sticky mixture into 12 equal sized balls, place on the baking tray and then using a folk and your fingers shape them into rounds.
- Bake in the centre of an oven for 15 - 20 minutes.
- Remove from the baking tray with a spatula and allow cooling on a wire rack.
Ashika | Gardening Foodie
I love baking with cranberries....my son puts it into his oats for breakfast every morning, so I will be stealing some from his stash in the fridge to make these cookies.?
Thanks for the great recipe and have a lovely weekend Neil ?
neil@neilshealthymeals.com
I love cranberries in my porridge oats in the morning too Ashika. They give the breakfast a lovely sweet taste without having to add any artificial sugar don't you think?
Hope your son doesn't notice any of his cranberries have gone missing! Ha ha! Have a great weekend yourself. 🙂
David @ Spiced
You pretty much just described my perfect cookie, Neil...crunchy on the outside and chewy in the center. I love baking cookies with whole wheat flour, and I could totally see how this combination would work well! Also, have you ever tried soaking the cranberries in something besides water? I only ask because when I make Irish Soda Bread, I soak the raisins in brandy. I bet you could soak these cranberries in something like orange juice...or whiskey. 😉 Seriously, though, great cookie recipe, and I'd love to try these out!
neil@neilshealthymeals.com
What a brilliant idea to soak the cranberries in something like orange juice or whisky David! In fact I have some Cointreau which would be ideal wouldn't it? I'll try that next time. Thanks again and I hope you guys have a fantastic weekend! 😀
GiGi Eats
You should just make and bring these to work with you so you don't have to fight the woman for the microwave... I'd say YOU WIN because these cookies look DELICIOUS and um, you're eating COOKIES for breakfast! 😉
neil@neilshealthymeals.com
That is very true! I hadn't thought of that. I could place these cookies on the other side of the kitchen from the microwave and she would got to them, leaving me the microwave free for my own use! And yes, cookies for breakfast ARE amazing! 🙂
Ben|Havocinthekitchen
Cranberry shortbread cookies have been my favorite for the last 5 years or so, and now it's time to try another delicious and healthier version. Also, there's no such thing like "Too early for Christmas baking". Consider this as the practice cause you cannot fail cookies just before Christmas - you need some time to sample and, subsequently, get ready for making the Best Christmas stuff, right?:)
neil@neilshealthymeals.com
I'll need to check out a recipe for cranberry shortbread cookies Ben, they sound delicious!
Glad you agreed that there's no such thing as "too early for Christmas baking" 🙂 , because there will be more. 😀