We have been trying to avoid excess processed sugar in Ivan's diet, and have done well so far! I use to bake blueberries and puree to use as a topping for his waffles. Now we are onto pancakes. I have most recently began using Agave Nectar Maple syrup. I lightly butter and syrup the pancake before cutting so I don't need to pour more syrup than necessary!
In searching for another cookie recipe that might work for all of us, I found one that I like maybe too much!
1 cup oatmeal
1 cup wheat flour
1/2 cup oil (I used olive oil, only because it's all we had!)
1/2 cup agave maple syrup
1/2 cut ground walnuts (or almonds)
1/2 tsp vanilla
salt
Bake at 350 for 12 min
So why agave syrup/nectar? The Aztecs referred to agave nectar as "honey water". Sweeter than refined sugars and with a lower glycemic profile. For me, this is a better option than refined sugars.
“One of the most health-promoting properties of agave nectar is its favorable glycemic profile. Its sweetness comes primarily from a complex form of fructose called inulin. Fructose is the sugar that occurs naturally in fruits and vegetables. The carbohydrate in agave nectar has a low glycemic index, which provides sweetness without the unpleasant “sugar rush” and unhealthful blood sugar spike caused by many other sugars.”
They are crispier than soft, but have a great flavor. Not too sweet, but just right! I'm happy the walnuts are in there, as well as the fats from the oil. These may not be loaded with vegetables, but they are "healthy" cookies to me!
I can always count on my 2 kitchen helpers ... Ivan and Isabelle