Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Quinoa Cookies

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Line a baking sheet with parchment as set aside.

Step 2

Add oats to a blender and grind on high until fine; the texture of flour.

Step 3

Measure 1 1/2 cups oat flour and add to a large mixing bowl along with quinoa flakes, sugar, spices, baking soda and salt. Whisk together and set aside.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, beat together pumpkin, eggs, syrup and vanilla if using. Pour over dry ingredients and stir to combine. Fold in chocolate chips.

Step 5

Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheet. Gently flatten with your hands, then bake for 10 - 12 minutes until golden brown, but still soft.

Step 6

Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack and cool completely.