National Cookie Month Gets Healthy(er) For October

While you are probably just as confused as us by the fact that every month is not National Cookie Month, it’s true. However, we’re in it right now! October AKA Fall Wonderland Month is National Cookie Month, and we could not say no to joining in on the fun.

As the temperatures cool down, nothing seems more comforting than a freshly baked cookie, straight out of the oven and our favorite tea or coffee. However – as we all know – if we did this every single day, there is no doubt that our waistbands would surely expand. Instead, make these healthy options for some guilt-free snacking that will definitely satisfy your sweet tooth.

Better yet, we have something for everyone’s palate. From chocolate chip to peanut butter, oatmeal, and fruitier flavors, it will be hard to resist, but then again, there is no reason to!

I Can’t Believe It’s Not Cookie Dough via Stuff Parents Need

What could be more satisfying that eating raw cookie dough? That being said, it’s definitely not the healthiest. This version makes for a great faux dough that is just as delicious but packed with protein! Swap out the milk for your favorite milk alternative and it will be 100% vegan!

Raspberry Oatmeal Cookies via Amy’s Healthy Baking

Yum! Slightly fruity and very rich, these also come in a blueberry variety.

SEE ALSO 10 Perfectly Healthy Blueberry Pancake Recipes

5-Ingredient Cookie Dough Snack Balls via Primally Inspired

Pop these in a ziploc and take them to work for a great mid-morning or late afternoon snack. They’re paleo and only require five ingredients!

Soft and Chewy Spiced Carrot Cake via Averie Cooks

Ok, maybe not the healthiest, but there is some carrot in there…. Right? Doesn’t count? Ok, we’ll go now.

Guilt-Free Oatmeal Cookies via Favorite Family Recipes

Only 7 ingredient and only 3 steps, this is a must-try. That is unless you count devouring them a step, of course, but that would be our pleasure.

Healthy Peanut Butter Chocolate Drizzle Cookies via Never Homemaker

The combination of peanut butter and chocolate is heavenly.

Flourless Double Chocolate Cake-In-a-Cookie via Katy’s Kitchen

You will never believe the secret ingredient in these super-rich double chocolate cookies, but they will knock your socks off.

SEE ALSO 10 Perfect Peanut Butter and Jelly Recipes

Quinoa Coconut Chocolate Chunk Cookies via I Heart Feeling

Look at that center, though! Who would have thought you could get so much protein in while eating dessert?

Raw Peanut Butter Cookies via Sweetest Kitchen

A perfect option for minimal ingredients, minimal steps, and if you’re raw or vegan. Plus, we’re pretty sure we could have this for breakfast and not feel an ounce of regret.

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