Healthy Butterscotch Oatmeal Pecan Delights
Indulge in these delightful and guilt-free cookies that pack a punch of flavor without the excess fat! Our Healthy Butterscotch Oatmeal Pecan Delights are made with wholesome ingredients like quick oats and pecans, satisfying your sweet tooth while keeping your nutritional goals in mind. For an even healthier twist, try substituting half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat and melding the goodness of honey with the light corn syrup—your taste buds will never know the difference! These cookies are perfect for popping in your mouth during your afternoon slump or as a guilt-free dessert. Adapted from Tribole's "Healthy Desserts," these cookies emerge from the oven soft and chewy, making them an irresistible treat that everyone will adore.
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Servings
75
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Quick oats
3 cups (dry)
All-purpose flour
1 cup (sifted)
Ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons (dry)
Baking soda
1/2 teaspoon (dry)
Light brown sugar
3/4 cup (packed)
Light corn syrup
1/2 cup (liquid)
Egg whites
3 large (lightly beaten)
Maple extract
1 teaspoon (liquid)
Chopped pecans
1/3 cup (toasted)
Butterscotch chips
3/4 cup (dry)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Spray baking sheets with non-stick cooking spray or line them with parchment paper.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the quick oats, flour, cinnamon, and baking soda. Mix well until evenly dispersed.
4
In another bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, light corn syrup, egg whites, and maple extract until smooth and well combined.
5
Gradually fold the egg mixture into the oat mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
6
Fold in the toasted chopped pecans and butterscotch chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
7
Drop rounded tablespoons of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
9
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
1.9g
Fat
11.3g
Carbs
0.8g
Protein
0.8g
Fiber
12.5mg
Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the calorie count for one Healthy Butterscotch Oatmeal Pecan Delight?
Each cookie contains 75 calories.
How much fat is in these cookies?
There is 1.9g of fat per cookie.
What are the total carbohydrates per serving?
The carbohydrate content is 11.3g per serving.
How much protein does each cookie provide?
Each cookie contains 0.8g of protein.
Is there fiber in this recipe?
Yes, there is 0.8g of fiber per cookie.
What is the sodium content?
Each cookie has 12.5mg of sodium.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
The recipe requires 10 ingredients.
What type of oats should I use?
You should use 3 cups of dry quick oats.
Can I substitute the all-purpose flour?
Yes, you can substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier twist.
Is there a substitute for light corn syrup?
Yes, you can use honey as a substitute for the light corn syrup.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
How long do these cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes.
What flavor extract is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of maple extract.
How many egg whites are needed?
The recipe calls for 3 large egg whites, lightly beaten.
What kind of sugar is used?
Use 3/4 cup of packed light brown sugar.
Should the pecans be prepared in any specific way?
The 1/3 cup of chopped pecans should be toasted before being added to the dough.
What type of baking chips are used?
The recipe uses 3/4 cup of butterscotch chips.
How much cinnamon is in the recipe?
There are 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon.
Should the flour be sifted?
Yes, the recipe specifies using 1 cup of sifted all-purpose flour.
How much baking soda is needed?
Use 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda.
How should I prepare the baking sheets?
Spray them with non-stick cooking spray or line them with parchment paper.
How far apart should the dough be spaced on the sheet?
Space the dough drops about 2 inches apart.
What size should the cookie dough portions be?
Drop the dough in rounded tablespoons.
How do I know when the cookies are done?
They are done when the edges are lightly golden brown.
What is the suggested cooling process?
Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before moving them to a wire rack.
What is the resulting texture of these cookies?
They emerge from the oven soft and chewy.
What inspired this recipe?
This recipe was adapted from Tribole's "Healthy Desserts."
What are the primary tags for this recipe?
Tags include low-fat, oatmeal cookies, butterscotch cookies, and healthy dessert.
Is this recipe considered quick and easy?
Yes, it is tagged as a quick and easy, guilt-free treat.
Are whole eggs used in this recipe?
No, only the egg whites are used to keep the recipe lower in fat.