Are you looking for a delicious and healthy snack option that won't spike your blood sugar levels? Look no further than these Simple Oatmeal Cookies for Diabetics!
Made with wholesome ingredients and a sugar substitute, they're the perfect guilt-free treat that you can enjoy anytime. Keep reading to learn more about why they're a great choice if you need to watch your sugar intake.
Check out all the other easy cookie recipes for more delicious treats to add to your recipe box!
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Looking for a guilt-free treat? These cookies are made with wholesome ingredients and a sugar substitute. And the best part? They're perfect for diabetics...especially oatmeal cookies!
With just a few ingredients, these cookies come together in a flash. Plus, they're so tasty, even your non-diabetic friends won't be able to resist sneaking a few.
Sweeteners Often Used in Diabetic-Friendly Desserts
If you'd like to learn more about stevia and how it works as a sugar substitute, this helpful article from WebMD explains the basics and how it’s used in place of sugar
Truvia Sweet Complete Zero-Calorie Granulated All-Purpose Stevia Leaf Sweetener, 32 oz Bag
NOW Foods, Erythritol, Great-Tasting Sugar Replacement, Zero Calories, Low Glycemic Impact, Kosher, 2.5-Pound (Packaging May Vary)SPLENDA Stevia Zero Calorie Sweetener, Plant Based Sugar Substitute Granulated Powder, Single Serve Packets, 80 Count
Table of Contents
- Sweeteners Often Used in Diabetic-Friendly Desserts
- Why Are Oatmeal Cookies Great for Diabetics?
- Reader Review
- Homemade Diabetic Cookies
- Tips for Making Simple Oatmeal Cookies For Diabetics:
- 🛒Helpful Kitchen Tools
- Recipe Ingredients Needed
- Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- Baking Instructions
- What Cookies are Good For Diabetics?
- LOVE this recipe? SAVE it for Later!
- Storing and Freezing Tips
- Recipe FAQ's
- More Recipes to Love
- 📖 Recipe Card
- 💬 Comments
Why Are Oatmeal Cookies Great for Diabetics?
Oatmeal cookies are a great choice for diabetics for a few reasons. First of all, oats are a whole grain that's packed with fiber. This means that they're digested slowly, which can help to prevent blood sugar spikes.
Oats also contain a type of fiber called beta-glucan that has been shown to improve insulin sensitivity and reduce blood sugar levels. Lastly, oats are low in calories and high in nutrients, making them a healthy choice for anyone, diabetic or not.
Looking for more Easy Oatmeal Cookie Recipes? Check out this Diabetic Oatmeal Cookie Recipe from The Wooden Spoon Effect. Or my Classic Oatmeal Cookie recipe.
Reader Review
"Easy to follow and they taste incredible. My new go to and I will use this base recipe to make diabetic friendly protein bars."
- Ric
Homemade Diabetic Cookies
Homemade diabetic cookies are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional cookies for you and loved ones that can't enjoy a full sugar cookie or dessert.
They are made with sugar substitutes, such as Sweve, stevia or erythritol, instead of regular sugar. These cookies also use whole wheat flour or almond flour, which are lower in carbohydrates than all-purpose flour.
Check out my collection of Diabetic Christmas Cookies or my Sugar Free Peanut Butter Cookies.
Tips for Making Simple Oatmeal Cookies For Diabetics:
Here are some tips to help you make the best oatmeal cookies:
- Use old-fashioned rolled oats for a chewy texture.
- Don't overmix the dough, or the cookies will be tough.
- Add nuts or raisins for extra flavor and nutrients.
- This recipe uses Swerve Sugar Substitute. Which is a natural sweetener that measures cup-for-cup just like sugar.
- It also uses Bisquick Pancake & Baking Mix; which might be a little unusual for baking, but trust me...the cookies taste amazing.
- Add nuts or raisins for crunch and natural sweetness.
With just a few easy steps, you can whip up a batch of treats that won't wreak havoc on your blood sugar. Plus, the classic oatmeal flavor is a crowd-pleaser for cookie fans.
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Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- Add in your favorite chopped nuts or even sugar-free chocolate chips!
- Dried cranberries would be delicious...especially around the holidays.
- Use Allspice, Apple Pie Spice or Pumpkin Spice instead of Nutmeg.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Using a mixer, beat butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Mix in egg and vanilla.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, stir together pancake mix, oatmeal, cinnamon and nutmeg. Add in dry ingredients to the butter sugar mixture and mix until fully combined.
Step 3: Fold in the raisins. Line a cookie sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper. Drop batter by tablespoons.
Step 4: Using the bottom of the glass, dip in a plate with 2 tablespoons of swerve brown sugar and flatten each cookie slightly. Re-dip into sugar after flattening each cookie.
Baking Instructions
Step 5: Bake in a preheated 350°F for 9 to 11 minutes or until the edges are lightly brown. Cool for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
What Cookies are Good For Diabetics?
These simple oatmeal cookies for diabetics are a delicious and healthy snack option that you can feel good about eating.
Made with wholesome ingredients and a sugar substitute, they're a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth without spiking your blood sugar levels.
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Storing and Freezing Tips
Pantry: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. Wrap each cookie individually in wax paper for extra protection. Place a slice of bread in the container to absorb moisture and prevent crumbliness. Enjoy your cookies for up to 3 weeks with proper storage.
Freezer: Freeze baked cookies for an hour, then wrap individually and store in an airtight container. For maximum freshness, store the wrapped cookies in an airtight container or freezer bag.
Recipe FAQ's
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These Oatmeal cookies benefit from the chewy, nutty flavor and texture of old fashioned oats.
You get a soft inside and a chewy exterior because the raisins add just the proper amount of moisture and the oats trap it inside (while baking up to a textured crisp)!
More Recipes to Love
- Check out this collection of 14 Diabetic Desserts.
- Or you might enjoy this recipe for a Keto Chocolate Mug Cake or Diabetic Applesauce Recipe.
- My favorite recipe that I think you'll love also is the Diabetic Fruit Dip!
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Simple Oatmeal Cookies For Diabetics
Ingredients
- 1 and 1 /2 cups Bisquick Pancake and Baking Mix
- ½ cup old fashioned oats
- 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- ½ cup butter softened
- 1 cup + 2 Tablespoons Swerve Brown Sugar separated
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 egg
- 1 cup raisins
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a medium bowl, stir together pancake mix, oatmeal, cinnamon and nutmeg. Set aside.
- Using a mixer, beat butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Mix in egg and vanilla.
- Add in bisquick mixture and mix until fully combined.
- Fold in the raisins
- Line a cookie sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper. Drop batter by tablespoons.
- Using the bottom of the glass, dip in a plate with 2 tablespoon of swerve brown sugar and flatten each cookie slightly. Redip into sugar after flattening each cookie.
- Bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until the edges are lightly brown.
- Cool for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Ric says
Easy to follow and they taste incredible. My new go to and I will use this base recipe to make diabetic friendly protein bars.
Lois says
Thank you for the 5-star review!! Glad you enjoyed the recipe!
Cindy Hubbling says
Very good! Easy to make. I will be making them again.
Lois says
Glad you enjoyed the recipe!
Edgar Cox says
Can i use almond flour as a replacement
Lois says
Thank you for your question! In most cases, almond flour can be substituted, but it may slightly alter the texture and flavor of the recipe. Almond flour is lighter and doesn't absorb liquids the same way as all-purpose flour, so you might need to adjust the quantities of other ingredients. If you give it a try, I’d love to hear how it turns out!
Don says
I didn't have the Swerve sugar on hand so I used half brown sugar and half Turbinato sugar. I also doubled the oats, and 3/4 cup butter so it would stick together better with the extra oats. So, they turned out tasting great, but not sugar free this time. also had to bake 15 minutes. I did like using the baking mix, much simpler.
heidi may says
Just made your Oatmeal cookies my husband is dieabetic so he's happy he can eat sweets &there's no big impact on his sugar there very good easy to make Thankyou
Lois says
Thank you for the great comment!