HEARTY WHOLE WHEAT COOKIES

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My grandchildren would do just about anything for one of these cookies. Packed with chocolate chips and peanuts, they're made with oats and whole wheat flour, so I don't mind them nibbling on them. -Lynore Derkson, Airdrie, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups packed brown sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
3 tablespoons half-and-half cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups quick-cooking oats
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 package (10 ounces) miniature semisweet chocolate chips
2 cups coarsely chopped peanuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the cream and vanilla. , In a blender or food processor, process oats until finely ground. Combine oats, flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in chocolate chips and peanuts., Drop by tablespoonfuls 1-1/2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

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