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Chocolate, Pecan, and Pomegranate Healthy Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

Last Updated on November 21, 2018 By Donna1 46 Comments

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This Chocolate Pecan and Pomegranate Healthy Oatmeal Cookies Recipe is just perfect for the Holidays. Showcasing delicious dark chocolate, pecans and fresh pomegranate arils, they are refined sugar-free and packed full of flavor. Plus they are so easy the kids can help put them together with some adult supervision.

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I have mentioned once or maybe twice, that I have been baking up a storm all week! (See my 40 Minute Honey Wheat Rolls and Skillet Cornbread). And now I have these healthy oatmeal cookies.

I say healthy with a little bit of a cringe because they do contain coconut sugar and dark chocolate chips. But they are healthier than anything you will find commercially….so I am going with it.

I have been using these chocolate chips, and they are really delicious with pretty minimal ingredients. I was able to find them at Costco.

 
The reason for my baking? Well, it is Holiday season so baking is a must, BUT I have different motives. You see, it is bloody freezing around here! We are very lucky and have central heating, but my husband is so opposed to using it, that it is verging on the ridiculous.

Chocolate, Pomegranate and Pecan Oatmeal Cookies

How Chocolate, Pecan, and Pomegranate Healthy Oatmeal Cookies Saved Me From A Cold House

My hubby grew up with a mom that apparently did not let them put the heating on.

This was even when they were living in New Jersey…in snow season. Apparently, they were that silly Australian family wearing shorts out in the snow, and if they were cold at home, they just wore their snow jackets. I am not sure that I completely believe it, but this is how he tells me it went down.

Chocolate, Pomegranate and Pecan Oatmeal Cookies

Personally, I hate being cold. Don’t get me wrong, I have done my time. I spent years as a ‘broke uni student’, living in the dodgiest house in Tasmania (just ask my mom). We had big gaps under the door, rats living in the sunroom, and snowy gusts of wind coming down from the nearby mountain all winter.

There was no heating in the house, and no money for space heaters, so my housemate and I would spend all winter walking around with beanies, sweaters, and blankets attached to us. We would have a ridiculous amount of tea every day, mainly as a warming device, and on extra cold days, we would head to the local pub to hang out in front of the fire. Some of my happiest memories if truth be told.

So…oatmeal cookies. Healthy oatmeal cookies to be exact.

Dark Chocolate, Pecan, and Pomegranate Oatmeal Cookies. I have been waging a war against the low setting on the thermostat by baking lots of cookies and bread (which I have just realized probably just spurs on my husband’s refusal to tamper with the temperature).

Chocolate, Pomegranate and Pecan Oatmeal Cookies

These little gems are studded with bursts of fresh pomegranate, gooey dark chocolate, and crunchy pecans. They are simple and delicious. Plus they offer a healthier alternative for all the store made cookies floating around at this time of the year. 

Need More Homemade Sweets For Baking Season?

Check these out:

  • Flourless Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies;
  • Creamy White Chocolate Pistachio Truffles;
  • Dark Chocolate, Matcha Coconut Truffles.

Happy eating.

4.8 from 10 votes
Chocolate, Pomegranate and Pecan Oatmeal Cookies
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 Chocolate, Pecan, and Pomegranate Healthy Oatmeal Cookies Recipe
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
14 mins
Total Time
24 mins
 

This Chocolate Pecan and Pomegranate Healthy Oatmeal Cookies Recipe are just perfect for the Holidays. Showcasing delicious dark chocolate, pecans and fresh pomegranate arils, they are refined sugar-free and packed full of flavor. Plus they are so easy the kids can help put them together with some adult supervision.

Course: Sweet
Cuisine: Sweet
Keyword: healthy oatmeal cookies recipe
Servings: 20 cookies
Calories: 133 kcal
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup softened coconut oil
  • 2/3 cup coconut sugar
  • 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 3/4 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chopped into chunks
  • 1/4 cup pomegranate arils
  • 1/4 cup pecans chopped
  • 1 cup rolled oats
Instructions
  1. Add the coconut oil, coconut sugar, vanilla extract and egg to a large mixing bowl. Cream them together until as smooth as possible
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and ½ tsp of sea salt
  3. Stir the flour mixture and the coconut oil/sugar mixture together until just combined. Add in the oats, chocolate chunks, pomegranate arils and pecans. Mix well
  4. Scoop tablespoon sized balls of the batter onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper (you should get about 16). Pop the tray with the cookies into the fridge/freezer for about 20 minutes. This will make them crispier when baked
  5. Whilst the cookies are in the freezer, pre-heat the oven to 350F
  6. Pop the cookies into the oven and bake the cookies for about 14 minutes, until they are just beginning to look golden
  7. Remove from the oven and let them sit on the baking sheet for five minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool. Enjoy
Recipe Notes

If you don't have a huge baking sheet, then you will want to do this on two baking sheets (or in two batches), or they will stick together when they spread

Nutrition Facts
 Chocolate, Pecan, and Pomegranate Healthy Oatmeal Cookies Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 133 Calories from Fat 68
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7.6g 12%
Saturated Fat 6.4g 32%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 56mg 2%
Total Carbohydrates 7.6g 3%
Dietary Fiber 0.7g 3%
Sugars 8.3g
Protein 1.7g 3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

Pomegranate, dark chocolate and oatmeal cookies are perfect for the holidays. Showcasing delicious dark chocolate, pecans and pomegranate, they are refined sugar free and packed full of flavour.
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Comments

  1. Becky, Cuddle Fairy says

    January 1, 2016 at 9:53 am

    These sound gorgeous & perfect for the holiday season! Thanks so much for sharing them with my holiday linky. I hope you have enjoyed your holidays x

    Reply
    • Donna1 says

      January 3, 2016 at 1:54 pm

      Thanks Becky, you too!!

      Reply
  2. Howie Fox says

    December 16, 2015 at 2:50 pm

    Oh dear, these look sooo good! I never had pomgranade and pacen cookies! That’s a cool combo!!

    Reply
    • Donna1 says

      December 20, 2015 at 2:42 pm

      Thanks Howie 🙂 It’s a yummy combo!

      Reply
  3. Sina @ Vegan Heaven says

    December 16, 2015 at 8:15 am

    These look so delicious, Donna! Yummy! 🙂

    Reply
    • Donna1 says

      December 20, 2015 at 2:43 pm

      Thanks Sina 🙂

      Reply
  4. Razena | Tantalisemytastebuds.com says

    December 15, 2015 at 10:56 am

    I love your idea of using pomegranate in these delectable looking cookies. I would like a plate of those to dunk in my morning tea 🙂

    Reply
    • Donna1 says

      December 15, 2015 at 1:44 pm

      Thank you Razena 🙂 The pomegranate worked so well in there!

      Reply
  5. Shannon Peterson says

    December 14, 2015 at 9:59 pm

    This is totally my kind of cookie! Perfect for chilly nights!

    Reply
    • Donna1 says

      December 15, 2015 at 1:44 pm

      Thanks Shannon 🙂

      Reply
  6. Platter Talk says

    December 14, 2015 at 5:34 am

    We love the fun you have added with these pomegranates! Technically, we’re classifying this as a healthy treat!! Great job with this one!

    Reply
    • Donna1 says

      December 14, 2015 at 2:55 pm

      It’s kinda healthy compared to the other cookies floating around this time of year 🙂

      Reply
  7. Pam @ Hodge Podge Moments says

    December 14, 2015 at 12:40 am

    These sound really good! Bookmarking for later!

    Reply
    • Donna1 says

      December 14, 2015 at 2:55 pm

      Thanks Pam 🙂

      Reply
  8. The Vegan 8 says

    December 14, 2015 at 12:24 am

    I love, love, love oatmeal cookies and these are just gorgeous. Seriously, the texture looks straight up perfection! Love that you added pecans too, best nuts out there!

    Reply
    • Donna1 says

      December 14, 2015 at 2:56 pm

      Oh I totally agree, Pecans are by far my favourite! Thank you for the lovely comments 🙂

      Reply
  9. Claudia | Gourmet Project says

    December 13, 2015 at 11:47 am

    I’m totally in love with pomegranates… in oatlmeal cookies? yes please!

    Reply
    • Donna1 says

      December 14, 2015 at 2:58 pm

      Oh pomegranates are the best!

      Reply
  10. Bintu @ Recipes From A Pantry says

    December 13, 2015 at 6:07 am

    It is that time of the year when I just want to ad pomegranate into everything – so these cookies are awesome.

    Reply
    • Donna1 says

      December 14, 2015 at 2:59 pm

      Oh me too Bintu, I have been going overboard with the pomegranates lately, but they are available for such a little amount of time each year, I feel like I can get away with it 🙂

      Reply
  11. Ciao Florentina says

    December 12, 2015 at 12:46 pm

    You had me at chocolate and pomegranate . they make magic together and I’m all about it !

    Reply
    • Donna1 says

      December 12, 2015 at 2:52 pm

      I know hey, I love this combo 🙂

      Reply
  12. Linda @ Veganosity says

    December 12, 2015 at 8:14 am

    First of all the cookies look and sound delicious! OMG, if I had to share my sun porch with rats I’d lose my mind. You have my utmost respect. 🙂

    Reply
    • Donna1 says

      December 12, 2015 at 2:54 pm

      Haha thanks Linda, yes that was a low point in my life 🙂 It was fun at the same time (despite the rats)!

      Reply
  13. [email protected] says

    December 12, 2015 at 12:00 am

    These cookies look great and such a wonderful flavour combination. I have never had pomegranate in a cookie before. Can’t wait to try them!

    Reply
    • Donna1 says

      December 12, 2015 at 2:58 pm

      This was actually my first time trying pomegranate in a cookie – and I have made 5 batches so far 🙂

      Reply
  14. Kelly @ TastingPage says

    December 11, 2015 at 2:55 pm

    So many great flavors in here. Looks delicious!

    Reply
    • Donna1 says

      December 11, 2015 at 3:48 pm

      Thanks Kelly 🙂

      Reply
  15. The Food Hunter says

    December 11, 2015 at 1:39 pm

    I want to go home and make these asap

    Reply
    • Donna1 says

      December 11, 2015 at 3:51 pm

      🙂 Yay! Hope you love them as much as we do.

      Reply
  16. Cassandrea at chewsandbrews.ca says

    December 11, 2015 at 6:36 am

    Yum! Send a batch my way! These look incredible!!

    Reply
    • Donna1 says

      December 11, 2015 at 3:52 pm

      Will do Cassandrea 🙂

      Reply
  17. Raewyn says

    December 10, 2015 at 10:32 pm

    Oh my gosh, I need these in my life like yesterday!! I cannot wait to try this recipe. It appears to be so easy! thank you!

    Reply
    • Donna1 says

      December 11, 2015 at 3:53 pm

      Haha they are super easy Raewyn (and delicious) 🙂

      Reply
  18. Ali @ Home & Plate says

    December 10, 2015 at 7:29 pm

    I love this idea of adding arils to these cookies. I imagine a wonderful taste and pomegranate is so good for you. I will have to try this soon.

    Reply
    • Donna1 says

      December 10, 2015 at 9:11 pm

      Thank you Ali, they add such a great juicy burst, plus they are delicious 🙂

      Reply
  19. Sophia @veggies dont bite says

    December 10, 2015 at 6:59 pm

    These seriously look insane. Totally have to try them!

    Reply
    • Donna1 says

      December 10, 2015 at 9:12 pm

      Haha thanks Sophia 🙂

      Reply
  20. Jessica says

    December 10, 2015 at 6:05 pm

    My husband isn’t quite so extreme about not using the heat, but we definitely have our share of “discussions” over how high the heat should be 🙂 I’m always like “I live here too and I am freezing!” Cookies are a great way to endure it 🙂

    Reply
    • Donna1 says

      December 10, 2015 at 9:13 pm

      Haha, I’m glad i am not the only one! Cookies do make everything bearable though 🙂

      Reply
  21. Jenn says

    December 10, 2015 at 1:13 pm

    Anything that contains dark chocolate has got to be a winner!! And then you added pomegranates, pecans, cinnamon, and oats. YUM!!!

    Reply
    • Donna1 says

      December 10, 2015 at 1:45 pm

      I know right 🙂 My thoughts exactly!

      Reply
  22. Sara @ Life's Little Sweets says

    December 10, 2015 at 12:33 pm

    These look amazing, I love oatmeal, love the flavor pairings here, pinning to my “Cookies!” board, thank you for sharing this!

    Reply
    • Donna1 says

      December 10, 2015 at 1:45 pm

      Oh thank you for your lovely words Sara!

      Reply
  23. Choclette says

    December 10, 2015 at 9:45 am

    Haha, I feel your pain. Our house is a pig to heat and we spend most of the cold days in winter with hat and scarf on in the house. Baking is the only thing that keeps our kitchen from freezing. Love our use of pomegranate in these cooked which sound fabulous.

    Reply
    • Donna1 says

      December 10, 2015 at 1:47 pm

      The struggle is real Choclette 🙂

      Reply

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