Lactation Cookies

These lactation cookies are a game-changer for new moms! Packed with galactagogues like flaxseed, oats, and brewers yeast, these chewy treats can help support milk supply. With a delicious combination of nuts and chocolate chips, you’ll look forward to sneaking in an extra snack (or two) whenever you need a boost.

Ready Time

45 mins

Yields

10 servings

Ingredients

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
3/4 cup white granulated sugar
1 cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup rolled oats
1 cup chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
1/4 cup flaxseed
1/4 cup brewers yeast

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat to make cleanup a breeze.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

Set aside for now.

In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.

Gradually mix in the flour mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Stir in the oats, chocolate chips, walnuts (if using), flaxseed, and brewers yeast.

Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.

Bake for 12-14 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden brown.

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Store your lactation cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients, especially the brewers yeast, as it’s the key ingredient for lactation support. Make sure your butter is at room temperature, as this ensures it creams well with the sugars.

Don’t overmix the dough, as it can lead to tough cookies.

Stop mixing once everything is just combined. If you choose to add walnuts, toast them in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes to enhance their flavor and texture.

For an extra boost of lactation support, consume 1-2 cookies per day, ideally with a glass of water or milk.

Store the cookies in an airtight container to preserve freshness and keep them away from direct sunlight. If you plan to freeze the cookies, place them in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer them to a freezer-safe bag or container once frozen solid.

This prevents them from clumping together.

These cookies are best consumed within 5 days of baking for optimal freshness and lactation support.