2002 Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

By boandozzy

1 cookie equals 144 calories, 6 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 88 mg sodium, 22 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 3 g protein.

Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat.

Originally published as Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies in Light & Tasty June/July 2001, p55

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup canola oil
• 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 3 tablespoons water
• 1 egg white
• 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup whole wheat flour
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1/2 cup raisins

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the oil, sugars, water, egg white and vanilla. Combine the flours, cinnamon, baking soda and salt; gradually add to sugar mixture and mix well. Stir in oats and raisins.

Drop by scant 1/4 cupfuls onto baking sheets coated with cooking spray; flatten slightly with the back of a spoon. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 1 minute before removing from pans to wire racks. Yield: 15 cookies.