My Diabetic Aunt’s Favorite Low-Carb “Oatmeal” Cookies!

My aunt is diabetic. When she discovered that she had diabetes through a routine doctor’s appointment, she was very sad, because she knew that she was going to have to control her diet more.

She loved cookies a lot, and she thought she simply wouldn’t be able to eat cookies like she used to (which is actually true, because she ate cookies full of sugar!), so I decided to look for a low-carb cookie recipe for diabetics.

A year ago I found this recipe, wrote it down in my cookbook and have been making it ever since. The first time I gave these cookies to my aunt, she was very happy, because she knew she could eat them without fear or fear, even though she was diabetic! If she loved it, I’m sure you will too!

So, don’t waste any more time, check out how to make these low-carb cookies that are perfect for diabetics below.

My Diabetic Aunt’s Favorite Low-Carb “Oatmeal” Cookies Recipe

This cookie recipe requires a few ingredients, but don’t be scared! These are simple ingredients that you certainly have in your pantry. Start looking at the list of ingredients below and get to work!

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups almond flour (or 1 cup almond flour + ½ cup coconut flour);
• ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut (for an “oat-like” texture);
• 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon;
• ¼ teaspoon nutmeg;
• ½ teaspoon baking soda;
• ½ teaspoon salt;
• ½ cup butter, softened;
• 1 cup Swerve Brown Sugar (or Lakanto Golden);
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract;
• 1 egg;
• ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional, for crunch);
• ¼ cup sugar-free dried cranberries (optional).

Instructions:

Now that you have all the ingredients on hand, you can start making these low-calorie cookies, suitable for diabetics.

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, shredded coconut, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3: Cream the Butter and Sweetener

In another bowl, beat the softened butter and Swerve Brown Sugar until creamy and fluffy.

Step 4: Add the Vanilla and Egg

Mix in the vanilla extract and egg. Beat until fully combined.

Step 5 – Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a thick dough forms.

Step 6: Add Mix-Ins (Optional)

Fold in the chopped pecans or walnuts and sugar-free dried cranberries if using.

Step 7: Shape the Cookies

Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Flatten slightly with the back of a spoon.

Step 8: Bake the Cookies

Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown.

Step 9: Cool the Cookies

Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

I was very happy to share this recipe with you. I know that diabetics don’t always have an easy life when it comes to eating, but I also know that these cookies will help A LOT in that regard.

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Have fun cooking!