Nursing Cookies

Created with traditional galactagogue ingredients like oats, yeast and fennel these cookies may not only promote lactation in new mamas but are also packed with B vitamins for a wholesome pick me up. These delicious cookies are not only for mum but the whole family can enjoy them too. They are a great addition to kids lunchboxes.

Prep time: 5 minutes
Baking time: 15 minutes
Makes: 12-15 cookies 

Ingredients

• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1 egg
• 1 cup ground almonds
• ½ cup  LSA
• ½ cup  coconut sugar
• ¾ cup  coconut oil, melted
• 4 TB hot water
• 1 TB Brewer’s Yeast
• 1 TB  Organic Yeast Flakes
• 1 TB fennel seeds, ground
• 1 tsp  cinnamon, ground
• ¼ tsp vanilla paste
• ¼ tsp salt

Method

1. Preheat oven to 160 degrees Celsius and line two baking trays
2. Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl until well combined
3. Roll mixture into 12-15 balls, then press into a disc with the palms of your hands
4. Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown
5. Place on a wire rack to cool, once cooled store in an airtight container for up to 10 days.

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