Ingredients

1/2 cup oat bran
1/2 cup water , at room temperature
1/4 - 1/2 cup margarine
1/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon sugar substitute
1/2 cup egg white
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup cocoa
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 tablespoons dry buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup miniature chocolate chip
Chocolate Oat Bran Cookies With Chocolate Chips are a delicious twist on traditional chocolate chip cookies. Adding oat bran to the mix provides a healthy dose of fiber, while the double dose of chocolate chips makes this dessert even more decadent. These cookies are perfect for an after-dinner treat or a snack to take on the go. The contrast of the crisp exterior and the soft, gooey interior makes these cookies irresistible to even the most discerning dessert lovers. Whip up a batch today and enjoy the perfect combination of sweetness, texture, and flavor.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.In a small bowl, mix the oat bran and water together and let it sit for a few minutes until the bran has absorbed the water.
3.Using an electric mixer or stand mixer, cream the margarine, sugar, and sugar substitute together until light and fluffy.
4.Beat in the egg whites and vanilla until well combined.
5.In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa, baking soda, dry buttermilk, and salt.
6.Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
7.Stir in the oat bran mixture and chocolate chips.
8.Roll the dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, flattening them slightly with your hand.
9.Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set and the centers are slightly soft.
10.Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

These cookies are a tasty and satisfying dessert that can be enjoyed with a cold glass of milk or a scoop of ice cream.

The oat bran adds fiber, while the chocolate provides a rich and indulgent taste.

CONS

These cookies are high in sugar and fat, so they should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The oat bran in these cookies can help lower cholesterol levels, while the cocoa used contains flavanols which are linked to reducing blood pressure and improving heart health.
However, consuming too much sugar can have negative health effects, so it is important to enjoy these cookies in moderation.

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