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Dorothy Thomas

Lactation Cookies Recipe

These delicious and nutritious Lactation Cookies are packed with galactagogues (ingredients that support milk supply) like oats, flaxseed, and brewer’s yeast. Perfect for breastfeeding moms who need a healthy, energy-boosting snack!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Rolled oats Use old-fashioned oats
  • 1½ cups All-purpose flour Can sub with whole wheat flour
  • 3 tbsp Brewers’ yeast Must be brewer’s yeast (not baking yeast)
  • 3 tbsp Ground flaxseed Mix with 6 tbsp water to make a "flax egg"
  • 1 tsp Baking soda
  • ½ tsp Salt
  • ½ cup Unsalted butter (softened) Can sub with coconut oil
  • ¾ cup Brown sugar Packed
  • ¼ cup White sugar
  • 1 large Egg
  • 2 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 6 tbsp Water (for flax egg)
  • 1 cup Chocolate chips (optional) Dark or milk chocolate

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper or silicone mat
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Measuring cups/spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Mix flaxseed + water in a small bowl, set aside for 5 mins (forms a gel-like "flax egg").
  4. In a bowl, whisk together oats, flour, brewer’s yeast, baking soda, and salt.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until fluffy (~2 mins).
  6. Add egg, vanilla, and flaxseed mixture, mix well.
  7. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing until just combined.
  8. Fold in chocolate chips (if using).
  9. Scoop 1.5 tbsp dough per cookie, place on baking sheet (~2 inches apart).
  10. Bake for 10–12 mins until edges are golden.
  11. Let cool for 5 mins before transferring.

Notes

✔ Storage: Keep in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for longer shelf life.
✔ Variations: Add nuts, dried fruit, or coconut for extra flavor.
✔ For Best Results: Brewer’s yeast can be bitter—ensure it’s well-mixed into the dough.