Ayurvedic-Inspired Oatmeal Raisin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Discover this Ayurvedic-inspired oatmeal raisin chocolate chip cookie recipe, complete with vegan options and mindful snacking tips. Balance your doshas and indulge with intention!
If you’ve been hanging around my blog or hearing me chat about Ayurveda, you’ve probably caught me saying something like, “Stick to three meals a day—no snacks.” And honestly, it’s solid advice. Ayurveda thrives on rhythm and routine, giving your digestive system the space it needs to do its thing without interruptions.
BUT (and this is a big but), life happens. Holidays, late afternoons with a cup of tea, or just that moment where you want something warm, sweet, and delicious. Ayurveda isn’t about rigidity—it’s about living in harmony with yourself. And sometimes, harmony looks like a batch of homemade cookies.
So, here we are: Oatmeal Raisin Chocolate Chip Cookies that balance Ayurvedic principles while giving you that little wiggle room for joy. Because snacks are okay sometimes—just maybe not every day of the week.
The Ayurvedic Breakdown of This Cookie Magic
How It’s Ayurvedic
Ingredients with Intention
Oats: Lightly ground oats provide gentle fiber that balances Vata and Kapha. Plus, they give these cookies that classic chewy texture.
Spices (Cinnamon, Cardamom, Ginger): These aren’t just flavor boosters—they support digestion and balance Vata (cold and dry) and Kapha (heavy and dull) tendencies.
Jaggery or Coconut Sugar: A natural sweetener that’s less heating than refined sugar, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without aggravating Pitta.
Ghee: Nourishing, grounding, and a boost for Ojas (your vital energy).
Preparation as Ritual
Ayurveda teaches us to cook with love and mindfulness. As you mix, scoop, and bake, you’re not just making cookies—you’re creating nourishment.Mindful Eating
When these cookies come out of the oven, savor them slowly. Ayurveda is all about the how of eating, not just the what. Enjoy with a warm cup of tea or golden milk for the ultimate balancing treat.
The Recipe: Oatmeal Raisin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients:
1 cup rolled oats (lightly ground for a mix of texture and smoothness)
½ cup whole wheat flour or spelt flour (for grounding and nourishment)
¼ tsp cinnamon (balances Vata and Kapha)
¼ tsp cardamom (supports digestion and adds warmth)
¼ tsp ginger powder (optional, for extra warmth and digestive support)
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp fine sea salt
⅓ cup jaggery or coconut sugar (natural sweetener to balance Pitta and Vata)
¼ cup unsalted butter or ghee (softened for easier mixing, nourishing for Ojas)
1 large egg (adds lightness and structure, especially for Vata and Kapha)
¼ cup cow’s milk (room temperature for grounding and nourishing benefits)
1 tsp vanilla extract (adds a subtle sweetness and aroma)
¼ cup raisins (sweet and grounding)
¼ cup dark chocolate chips (choose minimally processed or raw cacao for added antioxidants)
2 tbsp chopped nuts (optional, almonds or walnuts for crunch and grounding)
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Combine dry ingredients: oats, flour, spices, baking soda, salt, etc.
Mix ghee and jaggery until fluffy.
Add egg, milk, and vanilla.
Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet. Don’t overmix—channel your inner Goldilocks.
Stir in raisins, chocolate chips, and nuts.
Scoop on the baking sheet.
Bake for 10–12 minutes.
Let cool for 5 minutes.
Vegan Options
Want to skip the dairy and egg? Here’s how:
Swap ghee with coconut oil.
Replace the egg with a flax egg (1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 2.5 tbsp water, mixed and left to thicken for 5 minutes).
Use almond or oat milk instead of cow’s milk.
These tweaks keep the cookies moist and chewy while maintaining the Ayurvedic vibe.
When (and Why) Snacks Are Okay
Listen, snacks get a bad rap. But Ayurveda isn’t about perfection; it’s about balance. If you’re going to snack, make it intentional. A freshly baked cookie paired with warm tea on a cold day? That’s nourishment for your body and soul.
What Ayurveda discourages is mindless snacking—grabbing whatever’s around and munching all day. These cookies, made with care and enjoyed with mindfulness, fit perfectly into the Ayurvedic idea of balance.
Pro Tip: Double the batch and freeze half the dough. That way, your “wiggle room” moments can happen without the extra cleanup.
So, there you have it. A cookie recipe that satisfies your sweet tooth, keeps you grounded, and honors Ayurveda’s principles. Because life’s too short not to eat cookies sometimes. Now, go preheat that oven—you’ve got mindful snacking to do! 🧡
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