Best 5 Lactation Friendly Cookies Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

If you're a breastfeeding mother, you know that maintaining a healthy milk supply is essential for your baby's growth and well-being. While there are many ways to boost lactation, eating a healthy diet and staying hydrated are key. Certain foods, such as oats, flaxseed, and brewer's yeast, are known to stimulate milk production. Incorporating these ingredients into your meals and snacks can help you naturally increase your milk supply. One delicious way to enjoy these lactation-boosting foods is through lactation-friendly cookies. These cookies are packed with nutrients that support breastfeeding mothers, making them a great option for a healthy and satisfying snack. In this article, we'll share some of the best recipes for lactation-friendly cookies, so you can find the perfect one to help you nourish yourself and your baby.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LACTATION COOKIES



Lactation Cookies image

Lactation Cookies are an easy dessert recipe that helps increase milk production with added ingredients like coconut milk, Brewer's yeast, and oatmeal!

Provided by Rebecca Hubbell

Categories     Dessert

Time 26m

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons flax meal
1/4 cup coconut milk1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup Brewer's Yeast
1/3 cup collagen peptides2
2 1/2 cups old fashioned oatmeal3
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
1/2 cup coconut oil
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 cup light brown sugar
3 large egg yolks4
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup shredded coconut5
1 1/2 cups chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the flax meal and coconut milk and allow to sit for 5 minutes while you prep the other ingredients.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the flour, Brewer's yeast, collagen peptides, oatmeal, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a separate large bowl or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream together the butter, coconut oil, and sugars until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the flax meal and coconut milk to the butter mixture and mix until combined, scraping down the sides as needed.
  • Add the egg yolks and vanilla to the butter mixture and beat just until incorporated.
  • Add the dry ingredients in two separate additions, mixing the dough after each addition and scraping down the sides if needed.
  • Fold in the coconut and chocolate chips.
  • Measure the cookie dough out into 1/4 cup portions and rolls the dough between your palms to make balls.
  • Place the balls in an airtight container and chill the dough for at least 2 hours before baking for best consistency.
  • When you're ready to bake the cookies lace the balls of chilled dough at least 3 inches apart on the cookies sheet.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake for 13 to 16 minutes, the edges should be golden brown and the tops should be lightly golden. Remove from oven and allow the cookies to cool on the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to finish cooling.
  • Bake off the remaining dough or store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer. See notes regarding extra dough.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Sodium 78 mg, Sugar 14 g, ServingSize 1 serving

LACTATION COOKIES



Lactation Cookies image

These cookies are great for breastfeeding mothers! They are moist and super yummy and they help boost and/or maintain milk supply. And yes, husbands can eat them too! I have to hide these from my hubby when I make them! The brewers' yeast, wheat germ, flax seed, and whole oats are why these cookies help with milk supply for lactating mothers. Don't skip those ingredients!

Provided by kfwarden

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Oatmeal Cookie Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons flax seed meal
¼ cup water
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup white sugar
½ cup brown sugar
3 egg yolks
1 ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup brewers' yeast
1 tablespoon wheat germ
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cream of tartar
2 ½ cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix flaxseed with water in small bowl and let soak for 5 minutes.
  • Beat butter, white sugar, and brown sugar together in a large mixing bowl until creamy. Add egg yolks and vanilla extract; beat to incorporate. Stir flax seed mixture into the butter mixture.
  • Mix flour, brewer's yeast, wheat germ, baking soda, salt, and cream of tartar in a separate bowl; add to butter mixture and stir until just combined. Fold oats and chocolate chips into the dough.
  • Roll dough into walnut-sized balls and place 2 inches apart onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are golden, 10 to 12 minutes. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157.6 calories, Carbohydrate 21.3 g, Cholesterol 30.6 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 107.4 mg, Sugar 11.2 g

LACTATION-FRIENDLY COOKIES



Lactation-Friendly Cookies image

Great cookies, healthy, and they work! For healthier version, cut sugar in half. I also like to add chopped walnuts and/or 1/4 cup cocoa powder.

Provided by Holly

Categories     Desserts     Cookies

Time 30m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 12

¼ cup water
2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
1 cup coconut oil
1 cup white sugar
1 cup brown sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup brewers' yeast
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups oats
1 cup cocoa nibs, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Mix water and flaxseed together in a bowl; soak 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Beat coconut oil, white sugar, and brown sugar together with an electric mixer in a large bowl until smooth. Beat the first egg into the butter until completely blended. Add vanilla with the second egg and beat until smooth.
  • Stir flour, brewer's yeast, and salt together in a separate bowl; add to the large bowl and mix until just incorporated into the coconut oil mixture forming a dough. Fold oats and cocoa nibs into the dough; roll into small balls, arrange onto baking sheets, and flatten slightly.
  • Bake in preheated oven until lightly browned, 10 to 12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.1 calories, Carbohydrate 27.4 g, Cholesterol 12.4 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 92.5 mg, Sugar 14.6 g

THE BEST LACTATION COOKIES (FOR NURSING MAMAS!)



The Best Lactation Cookies (for nursing mamas!) image

The best lactation cookies for nursing mamas! These delicious vegan and gluten free lactation cookies are packed with nutrients from oats, flax and brewer's yeast that are great for boosting milk supply. Plus, they taste just like your favorite oatmeal chocolate chip cookie! This lactation cookie recipe is the perfect treat for new moms and anyone looking for a healthy cookie.

Provided by Monique Volz of AmbitiousKitchen.com

Categories     Cookies     Dairy Free     Dessert     Gluten Free     Nut Free     Snack     Vegan

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 13

¼ cup flaxseed meal
½ cup water
1 cup coconut sugar
1/3 cup coconut oil, melted and cooled
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 2/3 cups oat flour, gluten free if desired*
¾ cup old fashioned rolled oats, gluten free if desired
¼ cup brewer's yeast** (get the debittered kind if possible)
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
2/3 cup dark chocolate chips, dairy free if desired
Maldon sea salt, for sprinkling the tops of the cookies

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together flaxseed meal and water; let it sit for 5 minutes while you get all your other ingredients ready.
  • After 5 minutes the 'flaxegg' will be ready and you can add in the coconut sugar, melted and cooled coconut oil, and vanilla extract to the bowl; whisk together until smooth and well combined.
  • Next add in the oat flour, rolled oats, brewer's yeast, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Mix until well combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
  • Use a medium cookie scoop and place dough on a prepared baking sheet, about 2 inches apart. You should get about 20 cookies. If you want thicker cookies, leave as is. If you want slightly thinner cookies, very gently push ONLY the top of the cookie down a bit. Don't over flatten.
  • Bake cookies for 10-13 minutes until edges are just slightly golden brown around the edges. Once cookies come out of the oven, sprinkle the tops with fancy sea salt.
  • Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 10-15 minutes before removing and transferring to a wire rack to finish cooling. Leaving them on the baking sheet will help them settle up, harden and hold together. Makes 20 cookies.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cookie, Calories 171 kcal, Fat 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Carbohydrate 23.9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Sugar 13 g, Protein 3.2 g

LACTATION COOKIES



Lactation Cookies image

Know a new mom that needs a boost? Gift these, uh, stimulating cookies. She'll be thankful for the thought and the homemade snack.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 12 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
1 cup whole-wheat flour
2 tablespoons brewer's yeast
2 tablespoons flax seeds
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 ripe banana, mashed
1 large egg
1/2 cup virgin or extra-virgin coconut oil, warmed until liquid
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/3 cup light brown sugar
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 small carrots, shredded
1/2 cup dried cherries

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment.
  • Pulse the oats in a food processor until roughly ground. Add the flour, Brewer's yeast, flaxseeds, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. Pulse until combined.
  • Whisk together the banana, egg, oil and vanilla in a large bowl until smooth. Add the brown and granulated sugars and stir to combine. Fold in the flour mixture until just combined. Add the carrots and cherries and stir until just combined.
  • Use a 1/4-cup ice cream scoop or large spoons to scoop out 12 mounds of batter onto the prepared baking sheets, about 1 1/2-inches apart. Bake, rotating halfway through, until the cookies start to brown on top, 15 to 16 minutes. Eat warm or at room temperature. The cookies can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the cookies will taste. This is especially important for the milk powder, which can lose its flavor and nutrients over time.
  • Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing the dough will make the cookies tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much in the oven.
  • Bake the cookies at the right temperature: The oven temperature should be accurate to ensure that the cookies bake evenly. Use an oven thermometer to check the temperature before baking.
  • Don't overbake the cookies: Overbaking the cookies will make them dry and crumbly. Bake just until the edges are golden brown.

Conclusion:

Lactation-friendly cookies are a delicious and nutritious way to support breastfeeding mothers. They are easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. With a little planning and effort, you can enjoy these cookies guilt-free knowing that you are doing something good for your body and your baby.

Related Topics