Raisin and Choc-Chip Oat Biscuits – Cookies

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 0
Raisin and Choc-Chip Oat Biscuits - Cookies that are perfect for a snack or dessert
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

95 g raisins
1 cup cold water
115 g butter , at room temperature
100 g caster sugar
100 g brown sugar , firmly packed
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla essence
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
115 g plain flour
1/2 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
75 g rolled oats
100 g dark chocolate chips

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
178
Sugar
12g
Fat
8g
Raisin and Choc-Chip Oat Biscuits - Cookies are a sweet treat that is perfect for a snack or dessert. These biscuits are made with rolled oats, raisins, and dark chocolate chips, making them both filling and flavorful. The raisins and dark chocolate chips give them a slight sweetness, and the oats give them a chewy texture. Whether you enjoy them as a midday snack or dessert, these biscuits are a crowd-pleaser that can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container for up to a week.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 180C/160C fan-forced and line two baking trays with baking paper.
2.In a small saucepan, combine the raisins and the cold water. Bring to the boil over medium-high heat. Once boiled, set aside to cool.
3.In a large mixing bowl, using an electric beater, cream the butter and both sugars until light and fluffy.
4.Add the egg, vanilla essence, and ground cinnamon and beat until combined.
5.In a separate bowl, mix together the plain flour, bicarbonate of soda, baking powder, and rolled oats until combined.
6.Gradually stir the dry mixture into the creamed mixture until combined.
7.Drain the cooled raisins and add to the mixture, along with the dark chocolate chips. Stir until mixed well.
8.Roll tablespoonfuls of mixture into balls and place them on the baking trays, ensuring to leave enough space for them to expand when cooking.
9.Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
10.Transfer baking trays to wire racks to cool.

PROS

These biscuits are easy to make, and can be made in advance for a quick snack or dessert.

They are filling and contain oats, which are high in fiber.

CONS

These biscuits are high in sugar and calories and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Oats are high in fiber, which can aid in digestion.
The raisins contain antioxidants, which have been linked to lowering the risk of heart disease.
Dark chocolate contains flavonoids, which have been shown to improve heart health and lower blood pressure.

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