Sourdough Oatmeal Cookies with Orange Zest

Ingredients

• 1 cup sourdough starter
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup coconut sugar
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tbsp orange zest
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped

Steps

1. 1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2. 2. In a large bowl, mix the sourdough starter, maple syrup, coconut sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. 3. In a separate bowl, combine the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and orange zest.
4. 4. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
5. 5. Fold in the dark chocolate chips and chopped walnuts.
6. 6. Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking tray, spacing them about 5cm apart.
7. 7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
8. 8. Allow cookies to cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

• The orange zest adds a refreshing twist and brightens the flavour of the cookies.

Substitutions

• If you don't have walnuts, you can use sunflower seeds for a nut-free option.