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Lactation Cookies

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These Lactation Cookies are soft, chewy peanut butter oatmeal cookies packed with chocolate chunks and made with wholesome ingredients like brewer’s yeast, flaxseed meal, and rolled oats. Thoughtfully crafted to be both nourishing and delicious, they combine hearty texture with rich, comforting flavor in every bite. The oats create a satisfying chew, while the peanut butter and chocolate bring balance and sweetness. This beginner-friendly recipe uses simple steps and everyday baking tools, making it easy to prepare a batch for sharing, meal prep, or enjoying as a homemade treat any time of day.

Prep:
15 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Skill Level:
Beginner
Yield:
24 Large Cookies

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup water
  • 3 tablespoons flax seed meal
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 eggs, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup debittered brewer's yeast
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chunks

  • Tools

  • Electric mixer or stand mixer
  • Wilton 3-Piece Baking Sheet Set
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire cooling grid

Instructions

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