- Servings: 4-6 Persons
- Preparation Time: 15 Minutes
- Baking Time: 10 Minutes
- Total Time: 25 Minutes
When you need a break during the day, there's nothing quite like the sweet treat of homemade cookies. These easy oat biscuits are a great option, and they pair perfectly with a cup of tea or coffee. Freshly baked oat biscuits make for a delicious and satisfying treat and offer several health benefits. These treats are nutritious and free of preservatives.
Nutritional Facts
Calories: 140 kcal
Protein: 2 g
Carbs: 17 g
Fat: 7 g
Ingredients
- 75 grams of wholemeal flour
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- 75 grams of porridge oats
- 50 grams of caster sugar
- 75 grams of butter
- 1 tablespoon of golden syrup
- 2 tablespoons of milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4, and line a baking tray with baking parchment.
- In a bowl, sift the flour and add the baking powder, porridge oats, and sugar. Mix well.
- Melt the butter, syrup, and milk in a small saucepan or microwave-safe dish. Stir the mixture until well combined.
- Pour the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until the oat mixture is completely coated and well combined.
- Use a spoon to scoop the mixture onto the prepared baking tray, shaping them into rounds and leaving space between each biscuit as they will spread while cooking.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. Let the biscuits cool on the tray for 5 minutes before removing them.
Benefits of Oats Biscuit
Freshly baked oat biscuits make for a delicious and satisfying treat and offer several health benefits. Here are some of the benefits of these homemade biscuits:
Nutritious
Oats are a great source of complex carbohydrates and dietary fiber, which can help regulate blood sugar levels, improve digestion, and promote heart health. By using wholemeal flour and porridge oats, these biscuits are a great way to incorporate these healthy ingredients into your diet.
No Preservatives
Making your oat biscuits from scratch means you have complete control over the ingredients and can avoid preservatives and additives in store-bought biscuits.
Versatile
Oat biscuits can be customized to suit your preferences and dietary requirements. For example, you can substitute the sugar with honey or maple syrup for a healthier alternative or add nuts and dried fruits for extra texture and flavor.
Freshness
By making your oat biscuits, you can ensure that they are always fresh and free from any staleness or rancidity that might be present in store-bought biscuits.
Simple and Fun
Baking oat biscuits can be a fun and rewarding activity you can enjoy with family and friends. It is a simple recipe that is easy to follow and can be adapted to suit your tastes and preferences.
