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Whole Wheat Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Created On: August 16, 2011  |  Updated: October 12, 2013  |   32 Comments

When I first started my blog I was trying to post 6 times a week.  I eventually scaled back to 5 posts a week when the weekends were just too crazy.  Even that got tiring very fast, and I realized when I took my time the end product was better anyways so I slowed to 3 posts a week which has been just about perfect.

I am sad to say though that things will have to slow down a little more over the next couple months on Food Doodles.  I’m trying to do too many things at once and the blog as much as I love it, will always take a back seat to more important things.  I will try to keep up with my 3 days a week posting schedule, but I think I may even slow to 2 posts a week.  I hope in a couple months time I’ll be able to put more effort into my regular posts on Food Doodles.  I have no intention of stopping so I hope you’ll all stick around because when things pick up again, Food Doodles will be better than ever, I promise 😀

Despite the summer heat, I’ve been still baking when I get the chance.  Although, I’m hoping to save a couple more of my baking recipes for later and not post them all right away.  I wouldn’t want to overwhelm you all with baked goodies.  I’ve been in the mood for them lately but I completely understand that most people are still wanting cold and refreshing things as the heat hasn’t subsided, and probably wont for a while yet.

I’ve been searching for the perfect chocolate chip cookie recipe, using whole wheat flour and coconut oil.  But along the way I decided to try a recipe from Heidi from 101 Cookbooks.  Of course I’m never disappointed with her recipes and I’ll be keeping this recipe for special treats for a long time to come.  Definitely recommended!

[print_this]Whole Wheat Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Recipe slightly adapted from 101 Cookbooks

  • 2 3/4 C old fashioned oats
  • 1 C whole wheat flour
  • 2/3 C wheat germ
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1 C butter
  • 1 3/4 C brown sugar(I used half palm sugar, half regular brown sugar)
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla
  • 1 C semi-sweet chocolate chips, or chopped dark chocolate

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.  Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.

In a small bowl mix together the oats, whole wheat flour, wheat germ, baking soda, baking powder and sea salt.  Set aside.  In a large bowl beat together the butter and sugar.  Add the eggs, one at a time, and then the vanilla and mix until combined.  To the wet ingredients add the dry and beat in.  When mostly mixed add the chocolate chips and continue to mix until completely combined.

Drop large tablespoons(about 3 tbsp) onto the prepared baking sheet leaving about 3″ between each as they spread a lot.  Place the baking sheets in the oven and bake for 14-16 minutes depending on how you like your cookies.  I prefer mine to be a little chewy and not so crunchy so I baked mine for 14 minutes.  If baking two sheets at once, be sure to rotate them in the second half of baking to ensure that they all bake evenly.  Once the cookies are done, remove from the oven and cool 5-10 minutes on the sheet before removing and placing on a cooling rack.

This recipe makes approximately two dozen cookies and the dough and already baked and cooled cookies freeze very well.  It’s also possible to half this recipe if desired.[/print_this]

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  1. Barbara @ Barbara Bakes says

    So great that it has oats and whole wheat. I love a great cookie that I don’t feel guilty eating.

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  2. Marlene says

    Awesome cookies! They must be great with milk and as such i LOVE them !

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  3. Gosia says

    The slowing down, and then speeding up again, is a sign of the life’s perfect flow. As you can see from all the comments, every blogger there is, count me in too, has felt that way at some time, or the other. Take your time, rid yourself of any guilt, have a whole wheat oatmeal cookie for a treat and go on with your life. I’ll have that cookie, too. Hugs. Gosia

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  4. Vegetarian in the City says

    where do you buy palm sugar?

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    • Heidi @ Food Doodles says

      I found it at my local health food store but you should be able to find it online as well. If not, you can use sucanat, or even regular brown sugar should work.

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  5. Rawkinmom says

    wow-5 or 6 times a week??? I have always been 1-2 posts per week…but maybe that is why I don’t have a HUGE following!!! It just never seems to work to post more than that…I just can’t find any extra time!!!

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  6. Stephanie says

    I’ve been wanting to try whole wheat cookies for a while now and yours look extra delicious.

    Also, posting three times a week is very impressive! (I do the ‘ol once a week posts because I am only free on weekends to bake)

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  7. Roxana GreenGirl says

    there must be something in the air. I know so many bloggers who cut down on the frequency of their posts because life got to busy. 2 or 3 posts per week, you decide, take your time, we’ll be here reading 🙂

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  8. Kate says

    Yumm nothing better than warm oatmeal cookies and (almond) milk

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  9. Vivienne says

    i wonder how this compares to the whole wheat choc chip from “good to the grain’s” cookbook! think ill be trying this recipe this week when i buy some wheat germs 🙂

    btw, 3 post a week is already amazing…you must be super organised! i sometimes struggle with 1 post/week!

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  10. sunshine says

    Mmmmmmm…I love oatmeal cookies. I must try whole wheat. Thanks for recipe!

    http://www.cancerinthecity.com

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  11. Ashley@BakerbyNature says

    I am already a huge fan of oatmeal chocolate chip cookies, and I think whole wheat flour must add an delicious flavor contrast.

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  12. Maria says

    The cookies look perfect!

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  13. Lindsay @ Pinch of Yum says

    Ay yai yai. I am so craving a cookie right now.

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  14. Amy @ Gastronome Tart says

    Heidi, don’t worry about it 🙂 2 posts a weeks is still really good! I was just like you in the beginning as well. Tried to post all the time and then I realized that my posts were better composed if I didn’t try to post all the time!

    I LOVE oatmeal cookies, this is the perfect Summer baking cookie!

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  15. Zo @ Two Spoons says

    Aww man these look amaaazing. Love that they have a touch of chocolate too.

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  16. Clarkie @ Beloved Green says

    This is very close to my chocolate chip cookie recipe, right down to the whole wheat. One of my all time favorites!

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  17. Ari@ThE DiVa DiSh says

    Despite what people may think, blogging takes a lot of work! And I can tell you put a lot of effort into this blog. Beautiful pictures, beautiful and tasty recipes! great job! And those cookies look amazing!

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  18. The Teenage Taste says

    I can’t get past how beautiful your photos are! Your photography skills are spot on! I’ll definitely be making these cookies soon. 🙂

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  19. Kathryn says

    I can completely understand where you’re coming from with your blog – I think we’ve all been there!

    These cookies look delicious, I can’t wait to try them!

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  20. Lauren at Keep It Sweet says

    I know how you feel! I’ve been struggling this summer to keep up with three posts a week… I think that you just have to do what works for you and readers will understand!

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  21. Jess@Healthy Exposures says

    I can certainly understand where you’re coming from. My blog is slowing down a bit now, too – but that’s okay as long as we’re still enjoying life, you know? I know in winter when it’s below freezing out, I’d rather be inside creating recipes and blogging than playing outside! haha.
    These cookies look SO amazing, too 😉

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  22. Marsha @ The Harried Cook says

    Whole wheat? Does that mean I can feel less guilty about eating more of these? They look and sound so yummy! Thanks for sharing 🙂

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  23. Sonia The Healthy Foodie says

    Did I mention those look good? Darn they look good!

    OK, I’m off to bed now… before I go whip up a batch!

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  24. Sonia The Healthy Foodie says

    Heidi, I say you should post as often (or as little) as you want, and when you do, post with your heart! Don’t worry about what it is that we want to see right this instant, worry about what it is that YOU want to present to us. We might not feel like making whatever it is that you are posting about on this particular day, or even week, but if you are passionate about the stuff that you write, chances are, we will want to bookmark and use your recipes somewhere down the road.

    For all I care, you could give me 12 oatmeal cookie recipes in a row, I would still read them all, make a mental note to hate you for making me crave oatmeal cookies again, and drool over all your pictures! 😉

    Just promise that you won’t quit on us. Because THAT would be a shame!

    Did I mention you got me craving oatmeal cookies again? 😀

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  25. Heather @ Kiss My Broccoli says

    I can definitely relate! Life has gotten a lot busier for me lately as well! It’s been so hard to keep up with blog reading/commenting/posting! I’m still trying to figure out a good balance!

    I have yet to have a recipe from Heidi let me down! She really knows her stuff! These cookies look fantastic! And as always…beautiful photography girl! I love your staging and use of props!

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  26. Angie@Angiesrecipes says

    Those cookies look so tempting!

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  27. kristy says

    Geeee… I am so craving for some right now! Hmm..mm… Yours look really tempting indeed.
    Thanks for sharing & hope you’re enjoying your day.
    Kristy

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  28. paula says

    Yummy, I love homemade cookies they’re so much better than shop bought ones and these look so delicious.

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  29. chinmayie @ love food eat says

    I totally understand what you mean… I also came down from posting everyday to 2 posts a week! But trust me it’s ok! Enjoy the break and you will love it when you don’t always have to worry about the next days blog post!

    Love this recipe! I am going to try these for sure. I will try it with flax seeds instead of eggs and let you know what happens!

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  30. Maryea {Happy Healthy Mama} says

    Those cookies look amazing. I need to try them! I have also been wanting to try palm sugar–do you like it?

    I know what you mean about the blog needing to take a backseat sometimes. It’s a lot of hard work and it’s not easy to keep up! I’ll still be reading no matter how many times you post per week. 🙂

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  31. Gabriela says

    Hey I love this recipe and just a couple of weeks ago I found a much healthier choice. It’s basically the same ingredients but less of them. I’ve done it too much in these past days. http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/bevs_chocolate_chip_cookies.html

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