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These breakfast cookies are crafted to help keep your blood sugar steady, thanks to thoughtfully selected ingredients. Spelt flour and oats provide slow-digesting fiber, while coconut sugar offers a lower glycemic option than regular sugar. You can tweak the recipe to suit your taste—choose nut butter for extra protein or butter for added indulgence. A sprinkle of dark chocolate chips gives just the right amount of sweetness. Easy to prep ahead, they store wonderfully and are ideal for busy mornings or quick snacks anytime. Their crunchy texture and balanced flavor make them a healthier alternative to store-bought cookies.
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Maria from tastyhush
Updated on Thu, 06 Mar 2025 22:34:05 GMT
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These healthy breakfast cookies reimagine the morning meal with a focus on stable blood sugar levels. Made with spelt flour, rolled oats, and coconut sugar, they offer a satisfying alternative to traditional breakfast pastries while avoiding energy crashes later in the morning.

After testing multiple versions, I found that resting the dough is crucial. This patience results in cookies with the ideal texture - crispy exterior with a tender inside.

Essential Ingredients and Benefits

  • Spelt flour (300g): Use freshly milled for optimal nutrition
  • Rolled oats (80g): Choose old-fashioned, not quick-cooking
  • Coconut sugar (80g): Provides gentle sweetness with lower glycemic impact
  • Butter or nut butter (150g): Organic almond butter works beautifully
  • Plant milk (120g): Unsweetened almond milk is ideal
  • Dark chocolate (60g): Select 70% cocoa or higher
  • Cinnamon (1 tsp): Helps regulate blood sugar
  • Baking powder (2 tsp): Creates light, crispy texture

Step-by-Step Baking Instructions

1. Initial Prep (15 minutes):
* Bring ingredients to room temperature
* Line two baking sheets with parchment
* Finely chop the chocolate
* Measure all ingredients
2. Making the Dough (10 minutes):
* Combine dry ingredients in large bowl
* Mix in melted butter or nut butter
* Gradually add plant milk
* Dough should be crumbly but hold together when pressed
3. Shaping and Resting (1 hour):
* Form two 5cm diameter logs
* Wrap tightly in plastic wrap
* Chill for 1 hour or freeze 30 minutes
* This rest period is essential for texture
4. Baking (20 minutes):
* Preheat oven to 180°C with fan
* Slice into 5mm thick rounds
* Space well on prepared sheets
* Bake exactly 10 minutes until lightly golden
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Spelt has become my go-to flour for low glycemic baking. Its nutty flavor and nutritional profile make it an excellent choice.

These low glycemic breakfast cookies prove you can start your day deliciously while maintaining steady energy levels. Though they require some patience to prepare, the results are worth the effort. The most rewarding aspect is how effectively they prevent mid-morning hunger while satisfying sweet cravings.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Why choose coconut sugar?
Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index than white sugar and contains minerals. It helps avoid sugar spikes while adding a hint of caramel flavor.
→ Can I make the dough early?
Absolutely! Form the dough into logs and freeze them for up to two months. Slice and bake directly from the freezer.
→ What’s the best way to store them?
Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. They stay crisp and tasty throughout.
→ Can I swap out spelt flour?
Sure! Whole wheat or semi-whole wheat flour works too, though spelt flour is a great choice for its lower GI and easier digestion.
→ Are these cookies filling?
Yes, they’re quite satisfying! The fiber from whole grains and healthy fats from nuts or seeds keep you going until your next meal.

Low GI breakfast cookies

Wholesome, low GI breakfast cookies perfect for a balanced start that keeps you full until lunch.

Prep Time
20 Minutes
Cook Time
10 Minutes
Total Time
30 Minutes
By: Maria

Category: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: French

Yield: 30 Servings (30 cookies)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

→ Fats and Sweeteners

01 80g coconut sugar
02 150g butter or nut paste (almond, hazelnut)

→ Liquids

03 120g plant-based milk or regular milk

→ Dry Ingredients

04 60g dark chocolate chips
05 80g rolled oats
06 1 teaspoon cinnamon
07 300g einkorn flour
08 2 teaspoons baking powder
09 1 gram of salt

Instructions

Step 01

Roughly chop the chocolate using a food processor. Set aside.

Step 02

In a mixing bowl, combine the butter (or nut paste) with the coconut sugar. Stir in the milk until the mixture is evenly blended.

Step 03

In another bowl, mix the einkorn flour, rolled oats, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt together.

Step 04

Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients. Stir well with each addition. Gently fold in the chocolate chips.

Step 05

Split the dough in half and roll each portion into a log. Wrap them in plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes or freeze for 15 minutes.

Step 06

Heat the oven to 180°C. Slice the logs into 0.5cm thick rounds and place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

Step 07

Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden at the edges.

Step 08

Let the cookies cool on a rack before enjoying them.

Notes

  1. Keep these cookies in an airtight container for up to one week.
  2. You can swap out different nut pastes to suit your taste.
  3. The dough will stay good in the freezer for up to two months.

Tools You'll Need

  • Food processor
  • Mixing bowls
  • Plastic wrap
  • Baking tray
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Gluten (einkorn flour, rolled oats)
  • Tree nuts (if using nut pastes)
  • Dairy (if using butter or cow's milk)

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 85
  • Total Fat: 4 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 12 g
  • Protein: 2 g