Baby Cookies

These are very simple.  They can be adapted in so many ways that the combinations are only limited to your imagination!

Below:  Uncooked cookies

Ingredients:

3-4oz sweet potato puree

1 cup instant oats

1 tsp cinnamon

Method:

1.  Combine all of the ingredients until they begin to stick together.  Add more oats if the mixture is runny.

2.  Form into 1 " balls

3.  After placing the balls onto a baking sheet (I used parchment paper for easy cleanup), press with a fork to flatten some.  The cookies really will hold whatever shape they are cooked in and don't expand much.

4.  Bake at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes.  Essentially, you are just heating them so that the oats absorb the liquid and soften.  The cookies will be chewy.

5.  Store in an airtight container.  As there are no preservatives, I recommend keeping them in the fridge.  They are totally save to carry in a bag at room temperature for a couple of hours, though!

Some ideas for variations:

• Bananas, applesauce or pureed carrots in place of the sweet potatoes
• Add raisins, dried fruit, coconut, chocolate chips, peanut butter, nuts, or honey to add a little something special!  Keep in mind the age of the child who will be eating these cookies as not all ingredients are recommended for all babies (especially nuts and honey).
• Spread in a baking sheet rather than rolling into balls and bake.  Then slice after cooling and eat as granola bars.
• Roll into 1/2" balls and do not flatten for small granola bites

What changes did you make to this recipe?  Comment below!

Below:  Finished cookies