Soft & Nourishing Lactation Cookies
These easy lactation cookies are soft, wholesome, and made with clean ingredients like oats, flaxseeds, and avocado oil to support milk supply naturally. They’re freezer-friendly and non-toxic, perfect for postpartum recovery and breastfeeding support.
Ingredients
- 1 cup olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1 egg yolk room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups quick oats
- 3 tablespoons ground flaxseeds
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1/2 to 3/4 cup chocolate chips or your favorite add-in
Instructions
Step 1: Prep & Mix
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive or avocado oil, eggs, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined. Add in the brown sugar and granulated sugar and whisk until creamy and glossy.
- In a separate bowl, combine the quick oats, all-purpose flour, ground flaxseeds, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
Step 2: Combine Wet & Dry Ingredients
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until no dry streaks remain. Do not overmix. Fold in chocolate chips or other mix-ins like chopped nuts or dried fruit.
Step 3: Scoop & Bake
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing each cookie about 2 inches apart. Lightly press each cookie down with the back of the scoop or your fingers to help them spread.
- Bake for 8–9 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers remain soft. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to finish cooling.
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