Thursday, January 14, 2010 at 05:23 PM

The 3-Minute Oatmeal Raisin Cookie

Mmm! Mmm! AWESOME afternoon snack today! :mrgreen:

I basically made a “healthier” oatmeal raisin cookie in the microwave– and it took me just 3 minutes.

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Here’s what to do:

Combine the follow ingredients in a microwave-safe bowl:

  • 1/4 cup oats
  • 1/8 cup liquid egg whites
  • 2 tsp brown sugar
  • 2 tsp all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tbsp raisins
  • Cinnamon to taste

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  • Scrape batter off the sides of the bowl and flatten into a cookie shape.
  • Cook in microwave for 45 seconds.
  • Allow to cool and enjoy!

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YUM!!! This recipe is definitely a keeper! It’s almost as delicious as the “real deal,” but much more nutritious. And, most importantly, it satisfies my cookie cravings! ;-)

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Nutritional Information (1 cookie):

140 kcal

7 g protein

1.5 g fat

40 g carb

17 g sugar

4 g fiber

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100 Comments on “The 3-Minute Oatmeal Raisin Cookie”

  1. #1 Sarah (Running to Slow Things Down) Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 5:25 pm

    So creative! :D I’m going to have to try this out, it sounds wonderful (and easy!)

  2. #2 Anna @ Newlywed, Newly Veg Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 5:25 pm

    YUM! Can’t wait to give this a whirl. Question– I’m going a month-long vegan challenge; do you think I could leave the egg white out?

    I guess I just need to try it and find out :-)

  3. #3 Katie Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 5:26 pm

    Mm! Oatmeal raisin is my favorite kind of cookie, I will try this when I get home tonight!

  4. #4 Jessica @ How Sweet Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 5:27 pm

    I bet you could put some protein powder in there too and it would taste great!!

  5. #5 Victoria Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 5:30 pm

    I love this idea! It’s it soft or crispy?

  6. #6 Heather (Where's the Beach) Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 5:33 pm

    Awesome!

  7. #7 Lauren @ Eater not a runner Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 5:38 pm

    That looks so good! What a great idea :-)

  8. #8 Hillary @ Nutrition Nut on the Run Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 5:39 pm

    Genius! I wonder if chocolate chips would work as well ; )

  9. #9 Tina Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 5:41 pm

    @Victoria: Soft and chewy!

  10. #10 Tina Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 5:42 pm

    @Hillary @ Nutrition Nut on the Run: I bet they would! I almost threw some in!

  11. #11 Heather (Where's the Beach) Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 5:42 pm

    Hey Anna – maybe look up some of the egg substitute suggestions. I have read some use tofu blended up or ground flax and water. There are a few out there. Not sure how well they work…

  12. #12 Ameena Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 5:45 pm

    Super creative idea! I bet chocolate chips would be great in there!

  13. #13 Gracie @ GirlMeetsHealth Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 5:45 pm

    I’m literally going into the kitchen to make this right now. I don’t have any raisins, though… :/ Any suggestions for a raisin replacement?

  14. #14 Lynn (The Actors Diet) Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 5:48 pm

    gonna try that! i love my microwave desserts!

  15. #15 Estela @ Weekly Bite Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 5:48 pm

    wow! very clever!

  16. #16 Heather @ The Joyful Kitchen Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 5:49 pm

    i am making that ASAP! love the recipe, think it would be good for breakfast? maybe with a smear of almond butter? :)

  17. #17 Tamara Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 5:50 pm

    Uh oh. Now when I’m craving cookies I know I could have one in less than five minutes. I can’t stop myself by saying “It’s too much of a hassle to bake a full batch” or “It would be a waste of gas to go out just for a cookie”….darn you Tina!

  18. #18 Wendy (Give Love Create Happiness) Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 5:51 pm

    love this idea!

  19. #19 Stephanie Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 5:51 pm

    This is awesome! I love this idea!

  20. #20 Samantha Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 5:53 pm

    Yowzah!! This looks amazing!!

  21. #21 Karla Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 5:56 pm

    Interesting! I’ll have to try this!

  22. #22 Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 5:58 pm

    Yum! I love it when you can find an easy nutritious way to deal with those crazy cravings!

  23. #23 Vic Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 6:02 pm

    Once again… I don’t even like oatmeal raisin cookies BUT this one looks delish! Why didn’t anyone think of this sooner… like when we were in college, and only had our micro-fridges to work with!

  24. #24 Samantha Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 6:04 pm

    have you even been to papayahead.com ? They have a place where you can enter a recipe into their database and get all the calories and everything. I entered all of your stuff and it only came up to about 70 calories. How did you figure yours??

  25. #25 Katharine Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 6:05 pm

    What a wonderful idea! Where did you find that or did you just throw it together yourself?

  26. #26 Tina Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 6:06 pm

    @Samantha: Hmmmm… I put it into Sparkpeople.

  27. #27 Freya at foodfitnessandfreya.wordpress.com Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 6:09 pm

    That’s so clever!! I only wish they sold liquid egg whites in England!! Would 1/8th cup of real egg whites be exactly the same? I hope that’s not a stupid question, just I’ve never seen liquid egg whites in a carton so I’ve no idea if they’re pure egg white or concentrated or..something! Have a good day anyway :)

  28. #28 Lisa (bakebikeblog) Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 6:11 pm

    What an awesome idea…I love it!

  29. #29 Blissful Bellas Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 6:12 pm

    @Freya at foodfitnessandfreya.wordpress.com: They should be the same…i use both interchangeably whenever im making things :D

    this recipe looks sooooo good i cant wait to try it tomorrow or maybe even tonite!

  30. #30 Lara (Thinspired) Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 6:31 pm

    This is a genius idea! Thanks for sharing your recipe creation, Tina!

  31. #31 Ally Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 6:32 pm

    What a great idea! There are SO many times when I just need a little something sweet….but I have no ambition (or therefore need) to bake a whole batch!

  32. #32 Jenna Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 6:33 pm

    What a great idea Tina! Looks great!

  33. #33 Erin (Travel, Eat, Repeat) Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 6:35 pm

    Holy yum! That is such a fantastic idea — healthy and a sweet afternoon treat. :D

  34. #34 Sara Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 6:47 pm

    Awesome idea! I know this would make it a bit less healthy…but imagine it with chocolate chips too. Yum!

  35. #35 Laura Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 7:00 pm

    That sounds awesome !!!

  36. #36 Stasa Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 7:19 pm

    Great idea and it looks amazing!

  37. #37 Jenny Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 7:35 pm

    That looks so yummy! I bet it would be even better with some nut butter on top–but then again, what isn’t? ;)

  38. #38 Foy Update - Cook. Garden. Write. Repeat. Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 8:00 pm

    Interesting. I’m thinking dried cranberries instead of raisins would be yummy! And I have cranberries on hand!

  39. #39 Cynthia (It All Changes) Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 8:02 pm

    Looks interesting. Does it turn out soft?

  40. #40 Katie Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 8:07 pm

    Love your recipes! Just tried this as dessert after dinner, yum! So easy to make and these are ingredients I always have on hand anyways. Next time I might add dark chocolate chips :)

  41. #41 Angela (The Lady Loves to Eat) Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 8:36 pm

    I’m seriously going to go make this NOW. I’ve been craving cookies all week!

  42. #42 diana(mymarblerye) Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 8:38 pm

    Great idea! I ended up making cookies and ate like half the batch, now I’m running…to the bathroom.

  43. #43 LindsayRuns Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 8:58 pm

    how cute, it looks like one of Gina’s breakfast cookies but hot for dessert!

  44. #44 Melissa (MelissaLikesToEat) Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 9:32 pm

    Oh wow…..that looks easy and delicious…what a great combination!

  45. #45 Caitlin Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 9:37 pm

    I am making this cookie as soon as I wake up tomorrow morning! I can’t wait! nom nom nom

  46. #46 Kelly Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 9:54 pm

    Oh my gosh, that looks delicious and I love the 3 minute part. I will definitely have to try that!

  47. #47 Fuji Mama Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 9:55 pm

    I’ve made chocolate cake in a mug in the microwave and it was pretty good, but this looks and sounds even better! I’m looking forward to trying it!

  48. #48 Jessica @ The Process of Healing Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 9:55 pm

    You are a genius! I will definitely be trying that and you can change it up in so many ways!

  49. #49 Danielle Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 10:00 pm

    What a fantastic idea! I can’t wait to try it out! And only 100 calories??

  50. #50 Shannon (The Daily Balance) Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 10:12 pm

    you are kind of a genius! cannot WAIT to try this!

  51. #51 Kate G. Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 10:23 pm

    how come you changed the nutritional info? did you recalculate it?

  52. #52 amanda Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 10:42 pm

    Looks super yumm!

  53. #53 Katie O @ Fit to Wed Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 10:44 pm

    Thanks for posting- this looks awesome!

  54. #54 Jessica Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 10:55 pm

    What a fantastic idea! This is going in my “recipes to try” file and will be pulled out and used veeery soon, ;-P

    Thanks for sharing! You’re such an inspiration to a healthy balance. :o )

  55. #55 Ali@ Food, Fitness Fashion Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 11:01 pm

    That looks AWESOME, Tina and just in time for cookie Friday! I will have to try it sometime soon!

  56. #56 Emily Eats and Exercises Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 11:16 pm

    Great idea! I may have to make this right now…

  57. #57 Heather @ Side of Sneakers Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 11:24 pm

    I make similar cookies for breakfasts on the go!

  58. #58 Duchess of Fork Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 11:46 pm

    I can’t wait to try this!!!

  59. #59 The Healthy Hostess Reply to this comment
    on Jan 14th, 2010 at 11:50 pm

    LOOOOVe the cookie idea! Can’t wait to make it. You could always add some chocolate in there for rich treat!
    :)

  60. #60 Christy Reply to this comment
    on Jan 15th, 2010 at 12:34 am

    Genius idea haha… I bet a tiny sprinkle of coconut flakes would be good in that too!

  61. #61 Jessica Reply to this comment
    on Jan 15th, 2010 at 1:04 am

    I feel like i owe you my arm or something for this awesome recipe. Or maybe..I’ll just send you a picture of it when I make it :)

  62. #62 Penny Reply to this comment
    on Jan 15th, 2010 at 8:26 am

    Ohhh!!! This is awesome! Thanks!

  63. #63 Sarah Reply to this comment
    on Jan 15th, 2010 at 9:52 am

    Wow that looks delicious! I’ll just have to substitute something for the egg whites :)

  64. #64 Sami Reply to this comment
    on Jan 15th, 2010 at 12:09 pm

    That looks awesome! I can’t wait to try it! I’m sure you could adapt it too to make chocolate chip, butterscotch, apple, or whatever! The possibilities are endless! I posted the recipe on my blog with credit to you, of course:)

  65. #65 Heather @ Get Healthy With Heather Reply to this comment
    on Jan 15th, 2010 at 1:55 pm

    I’ll have to keep this recipe in my arsenal of quick treats! Looks super good :)

  66. #66 Nicky Reply to this comment
    on Jan 16th, 2010 at 3:59 am

    Freya-you can get carton egg whites in the UK. Go
    on the Two Chicks website for store listings. Or you can order online from other companies- google will bring them up. :)

  67. #67 marla {Family Fresh Cooking} Reply to this comment
    on Jan 16th, 2010 at 11:00 am

    Tina, this is the PERFECT cookie for everyday. No guilt, loads of flavor and packed with nutrition. So well balanced….thanks for sharing!

  68. #68 Niki@muddyfootsteps Reply to this comment
    on Jan 17th, 2010 at 8:49 pm

    Anna @ Newlywed, Newly Veg you can also use a banana instead of egg whites. It gives it a chewy and flavorful texture.

  69. #69 Jessica @ WHY DONTCHA RUN Reply to this comment
    on Jan 20th, 2010 at 7:35 am

    What a fantastic creation! I’m eating one right now and boy is it yummy!! Thanks for always bringing something new to the table with good-for-you treats. ;)

  70. #70 Anna Reply to this comment
    on Jan 20th, 2010 at 1:29 pm

    Hi Tina (and anyone else who is interested!),

    I just wanted to respond to this because two chicks liquid egg white (www.twochicks.co.uk) is mine and my friend’s company. Firstly, thanks so much for buying our product! We have worked really hard so it is great to know people enjoy it (if you have any good recipes such as this one please send them to contactus@twochicks.co.uk and I will put them up on our website).

    Thanks again!

    Anna

  71. #71 Kristin Reply to this comment
    on Jan 20th, 2010 at 3:03 pm

    Any idea how many calories this cookie would be without the raisins? Not a raisin fan at all :(

  72. #72 Tara Reply to this comment
    on Jan 20th, 2010 at 9:04 pm

    I did a quick recipe for myself on Calorie Count — I swapped the flour for whole wheat and the breakdown came out like this: 150 cal, 1.5 g fat, 27.5 g carbs, 2.7 g fibre, 7 g protein. I swapped Chocolate Chips for raisins and it came out about the same 148 cal’s, 2.5 g fat, 24.3 g carbs, 2.7 g fibre, 7.1 g protein
    http://caloriecount.about.com/3-minute-oatmeal-raisin-cookie-recipe-r315339
    http://caloriecount.about.com/3-minute-oatmeal-chocolate-chip-recipe-r315341

    Can’t wait to try these!

  73. #73 Chelsea Wilson Reply to this comment
    on Jan 21st, 2010 at 11:22 pm

    I made one tonight..Delicious!

  74. #74 denise Reply to this comment
    on Jan 25th, 2010 at 5:54 pm

    Can’t wait to try this! I might add cranberries instead of raisins. For some reason I keep them in my pantry a lot more often… <3 the idea!

  75. #75 nancy Reply to this comment
    on Feb 7th, 2010 at 1:38 pm

    yum – looks great!!

  76. #76 Pauline Reply to this comment
    on Feb 7th, 2010 at 1:53 pm

    Sounds great, I will definitely try it on those cookie craving days.

  77. #77 Phyllis Reply to this comment
    on Feb 7th, 2010 at 2:52 pm

    Sound delicious!

  78. #78 Polly Reply to this comment
    on Feb 7th, 2010 at 4:38 pm

    This is a perfect idea for a small need to satisfy something hot and gooey, but not out of the ballpark for calories

  79. #79 Maxmasch Reply to this comment
    on Feb 7th, 2010 at 5:41 pm

    GREAT IDEA!!

  80. #80 anne Reply to this comment
    on Feb 7th, 2010 at 6:53 pm

    This sounds terrific. Will have to buy liquid eggwhites, but so what!

  81. #81 Colleen Reply to this comment
    on Feb 7th, 2010 at 8:44 pm

    Funny – I just entered the recipe into SparkPeople’s recipe calculator, using Egg Beaters and whole wheat flour, and I ended up with 187 calories. Hmmmm…..

  82. #82 Jill Reply to this comment
    on Feb 7th, 2010 at 9:10 pm

    this sounds great, cann’t wait to try it.

  83. #83 Deborah Reply to this comment
    on Feb 7th, 2010 at 9:34 pm

    Awesome. I love oatmeal raisin cookies but don’t bake them because there will be too many laying around. I am definately going to try this. Thanks for sharing

  84. #84 Chris Reply to this comment
    on Feb 7th, 2010 at 10:23 pm

    I will be trying this. Have done the cake in the mug. Those were great. Cookies are even better.

  85. #85 Tonia Reply to this comment
    on Feb 7th, 2010 at 10:37 pm

    Looks AWESOME!!! :) thank you!! :)

  86. #86 Amy L Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 12:35 am

    tastes ok

  87. #87 gerie Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 7:00 am

    wow!!I will try this after work toniye very creative thank u

  88. #88 an Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 11:05 am

    OMG–this is SO good!! Curiously satisfying, though just a few more calories than in my doctored morning oatmeal…really good chew LOL. Thanks, Tina!

  89. #89 Lori Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 11:20 am

    Tried this for breakfast this morning. It was great. Added a few walnuts. So good. Thanks

  90. #90 Cindy Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 1:43 pm

    WOW – looks yummy. I’m going to print this out and try making it this afternoon. Thanks for sharing!

  91. #91 Catlin Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 1:52 pm

    Yum! Looks great…definitely going to have to try it!

  92. #92 Izzy Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 3:54 pm

    I LOVE this recipe! I seriously make it almost everyday as a snack between meals. I sub the flour with my hemp protein powder, and make a mix of raisins and craisins, and sometimes add nuts. Tastes great topped with peanut butter!! :D

  93. #93 Bonnie Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 8:31 pm

    These sound great I am going to try them. Very creative idea!

  94. #94 Rajashree Reply to this comment
    on Feb 9th, 2010 at 12:22 pm

    Loved the idea.
    Will definitely try it out.

  95. #95 #94 Katford55 Reply to this comment
    on Feb 9th, 2010 at 6:26 pm

    Since oatmeal cookies are my favorite, I have to try this!

  96. #96 Allison Reply to this comment
    on Feb 10th, 2010 at 10:01 am

    I made this just now and it is really good! Next time I’ll definitely add some chocolate :)

    Calorie count according to Sparkpeople (no modifications): 182

  97. #97 vxwall1942 Reply to this comment
    on Feb 10th, 2010 at 10:46 am

    Great! A bit high in carbs, but using splenda instead of sugar helps a lot. I use brown sugar baking blend.

  98. #98 Andrea Reply to this comment
    on Feb 10th, 2010 at 11:37 am

    I really liked this cookie substitute thingy. I used a whole egg and added a little applesauce to make it a quarter cup, then made two and gave one to my brother. I will definately be making this again.

  99. #99 Jenny Reply to this comment
    on Mar 17th, 2010 at 2:10 am

    Does this work with quick-cooking oats? And how much of an egg is about 1/8 cup?

  100. #100 tamicka Reply to this comment
    on Mar 19th, 2010 at 8:02 am

    I made a version of this but with honey instead of brown sugar and dried cranberries instead of raisins. Very filling and tasty. I wish I had the raisins and brown sugar. This recipe is a keeper!

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