I try to have a few sweet things that I can cook easily available for the kids, and some of the adults. Some times the healthy veggies are just too much. I make at least one batch of these every week.
They are gluten free, too.
6c oats
2c corn meal
1/2 c mixed seeds(sunflower seeds, poppy, flax, etc.)
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 tsp allspice
1tsp baking powder
Optional: 1/2 cup dried fruit
#10 applesauce, unsweetened
1 c molasses
1/2 c honey
1/2 c oil (olive, butter, etc.)
Preheat your oven to 350f.
Using a #2 disher/scoop, I tried to be even about the cookies. One ‘blooped’ and, well…
Combine all the Wet and Dry ingredients in their own bowls. Of all things, I like to use a potato masher to sift the dry ingredients together. Mix the wet and dry until it is very thoroughly mixed.
This is an amount that will make a 12inch by 18inch by 1 inch solid cookie(with extra), or about 64 cookies from a #2 disher. Use parchment paper or a silpat to keep burning to a minimum.
Put the baking pans into the oven for about 1/2 hour, check them and turn. Leave in for another 10 to 15 minutes. Let them cool before putting them in a container. They will still be moist on the inside and steamy.
I hope you have fun with these!
Chef Rena