Keto Soft Baked Chocolate "Oatmeal" Cookies

If you are a fan of oatmeal cookies, you will love these soft-baked “oatmeal” cookies. The combination of coconut flakes, almond flour, and chocolate chips in these cookies gives them a unique texture similar to that of regular oatmeal cookies. These cookies are delicious as a quick breakfast option, late-night dessert, or even as a mid-day snack. They are simple to make and require simple pantry-friendly ingredients.

Can you use coconut flour in this recipe?

The two most commonly used flours in Keto recipes are coconut flour and almond flour. For these Keto soft baked chocolate “oatmeal” cookies, almond flour was used due to its texture and flavor, which closely resembles that of traditional cookies. We don’t recommend using coconut flour since it is very absorbent, it can make the cookies dry and dense. Using coconut flour will require more liquid ingredients to compensate for the dryness.

How to store these Keto soft baked chocolate “oatmeal” cookies?

Making a slightly bigger batch of these Keto cookies to enjoy throughout the week is a good idea. Store these Keto soft baked chocolate “oatmeal” cookies in an airtight cookie jar on the countertop for up to 3 days. If the weather is hot and humid, store the cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. These Keto cookies can also be stored for 3 months in the freezer. Store the scooped cookie balls in a zip-lock bag in the freezer. Make sure to remove any excess air in the bag before freezing. When you are ready to eat, allow the cookies to thaw for at least 1 hour and bake in a preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes.

Are there any variations to this recipe?

One way to vary this Keto soft baked chocolate “oatmeal” cookies recipe is by using different flavor extracts. A few flavor extract options include vanilla extract, chocolate extract, coconut extract, or even orange extract. Another option is to add chopped nuts for an added crunch to the cookies. Nuts such as walnuts and pecans are great options. Ensure to finely chop the nuts before adding them to the cookie dough.