Ingredients

6 ounces whole wheat flour
2 ounces oatmeal
3 1/2 ounces unsalted butter
1 ounce soft brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon milk
Three Blind Mice Cookies take their name from the nursery rhyme and feature unique mouse shapes that are fun for kids and adults alike. These crunchy and slightly tangy cookies are made without dairy and contain whole wheat flour and oatmeal, which may support good health. While not overly sweet, these cookies hit the spot when a quick pick-me-up is needed.

Instructions

1.In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, oatmeal, baking powder, celery salt, and cayenne pepper.
2.In a large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
3.Gradually mix dry ingredients into butter mixture with a tablespoon of milk.
4.Roll out the dough and cut mice shapes using a cookie cutter.
5.Preheat oven to 350°F. Place the mice shapes in the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes until the edges are golden.

PROS

Three Blind Mice Cookies are easy to customize and perfect for vegans and people with dairy allergies.

The cookie dough can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator or freezer.

CONS

Cayenne pepper may not suit everyone’s taste.

The cookie cutter required for this recipe may not be commonly found in every kitchen.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The oatmeal in this recipe may help lower cholesterol levels and the cayenne pepper has anti-inflammatory properties.
This recipe eliminates dairy and excessive sugar and is a good option for vegans and people with dairy allergies.

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