This is my own recipe that I created from experimenting with ingredients. It is gluten-free and nut-free. A commercial oatmeal cookie may contain as much as 20 grams of carbs, with 120 calories!

I wanted to make an oatmeal cookie that was incredibly healthy, but very low in carbs - and NUT-FREE! So I have a lot of ingredients, but boy is it healthy, low in calories, and filling!

Just 0.7g net carbs per cookie! So even if you eat three cookies, that's only 2.1 net carbs!

I don't feel guilty eating these cookies!

Very high in Omega 3, protein, plus it has lots of fiber if you are having that problem!

(It may be expensive to buy all these ingredients, but I also use them in many of my other recipes, such as: Homemade Flax Bun recipe, Homemade Flax Bread recipe, Blueberry Mini Muffins, Chia Seed Salted Caramel Pudding recipe, and more to come!)

Other than some form of flour (I used flaxseed meal) and eggs, and some sort of sweetener, everything else is optional if you don't have it, don't want it, or can't use it. They are just there for added nutrition.

If you are concerned, either cut back on the eggs, or add more flaxseed meal or hemp hearts to make up.

No guarantees on how it will turn out though, as I have not tried it myself.

If you are not nut-allergic, you can replace the oats with nuts. A lot of recipes used flaked nuts to replace oats.

The nutritional content/carb count will change, of course.

WHY DID I INCLUDE THESE INGREDIENTS?

Omega-3 eggs - produced by hens fed a diet containing flaxseed. When the hens digest the flax, some of the ALA gets broken down into DHA and both fatty acids transfer to the yolk. One omega-3 egg typically contains 340 milligrams of ALA and 75 to 100 milligrams of DHA. DHA is crucial for the proper development and maintenance of brain cells. Some studies suggest higher intakes of ALA are protective against heart disease.

Flaxseed - Some call this seed one of the most powerful plant foods on the planet. It is commonly used to improve digestive health or relieve constipation. It may also help lower total blood cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein (LDL, or bad) cholesterol levels, which may help reduce the risk of heart disease. It may help reduce your risk of cancer, stroke, and diabetes. Each tablespoon of ground flaxseed contains about 1.8 grams of plant omega-3s. Flaxseed contains 75 to 800 times more lignans than other plant foods, which offers antioxidant qualities.

Hemp Hearts/Seeds - exceptionally nutritious and rich in healthy fats, protein and various minerals. Rich in two essential fatty acids, linoleic acid (omega-6) and alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3). They also contain gamma-linolenic acid, which has been linked to several health benefits. Hemp seeds are a great protein source, as more than 25% of their total calories are from high-quality protein. A great source of vitamin E and minerals, such as phosphorus, potassium, sodium, magnesium, sulfur, calcium, iron and zinc.

Psyllium Husk - a prebiotic — a substance needed for healthy colonies of probiotics to grow in the gut. A healthy colony of good bacteria in the digestive system is essential for healthy immune function. Your body is better able to fight infection, reduce inflammation, and maintain healthy tissue and cells. Research has shown taking soluble fiber can help people manage their cholesterol levels. It can affect your heart by lowering blood pressure, improving lipid levels, and strengthening heart muscle. Psyllium is also a bulk-forming laxative, with the ability to soften your stool provided you drink enough water.

Chia Seeds - Rich source of protein, antioxidants, essential omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium, and fiber. Eating once ounce of chia seeds each day would provide 18 percent of daily calcium needs, 27 percent of phosphorus, and 30 percent of manganese. It is also high in antioxidants and fiber. It is high in protein and lipids, low in sodium, and has fewer net carbs than most other grains. Their high levels of omega-3-fatty acids and alpha-linoleic acid may be useful for weight loss.

Nutritional Yeast - Due to its nutritional content, yeast in this form may increase a person’s energy, support their immune system, and offer additional health benefits. It is an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, and high-quality protein. Nutritional yeast can be particularly helpful for vegetarians and vegans if it has added vitamin B-12, as this vitamin mostly occurs in animal products. Some research suggests that nutritional yeast can combat brittle nails and hair loss. It may also help reduce acne and improve other common skin problems, particularly in adolescence.

Collagen Peptides - Several studies have shown collagen peptides or supplements containing collagen may help slow the aging of your skin by reducing wrinkles and dryness. It helps to maintain the integrity of your cartilage, which is the rubber-like tissue protecting your joints. Taking collagen supplements has been shown to reduce inflammation and stimulate collagen synthesis in the body. This may help promote pain relief among people with joint disorders like osteoarthritis. Consuming collagen supplements may help reduce the risk of bone disorders like osteoporosis. They have the potential to help increase BMD and lower levels of proteins in the blood that stimulate bone breakdown. Research has shown that consuming collagen supplements increased muscle growth and strength in people with age-related muscle mass loss.

Kiss My Keto: Keto Collagen Protein Powder - Contains just 1g-net carbohydrate, ideal for keto diets. Provides 10g of protein per serving with energy-enhancing MCTs. Each serving contains 67% C8 Caprylic Acid and C12 Lauric Acid MCT Oil powder, both naturally efficient ketogenic sources of energy for the brain and body. Blended with keto collagen protein powder for the ultimate nutritional kick. A low carb, sugar-free alternative to soy and whey protein that's designed for keto diets.

Steel Cut Oats - Adding oats to your diet is a healthy way to get more fiber, magnesium, iron, zinc, folate, protein, and more. Plus, they are an excellent source of antioxidants too. Because steel-cut oats are minimally processed, and because they contain more fiber, less carbs, and more protein than their counterparts, and are lower on the glycemic index, steel cut rolled oats are one of the healthiest grains you can eat - if you can tolerate them on your diet. In addition to all the nutrients and antioxidants, oatmeal is available in a safe gluten-free form. So, if you eat a gluten-free diet, you can easily add them in!

Ingredients:

• Egg, large: 6 eggs -- (I used Omega-3 eggs)
• Flaxseeds: 8 tbsp seeds -- (makes about 2/3 cup ground)
• Hemp Hearts: 1/4 cup
• Pysllium Husk: 3 tbsp
• Chia Seed: 4 tbsp
• Nutritional Yeast: 2 tbsp
• Steel Cut Oats: 1/4 cup -- (I used OnlyOats - Gluten-free Oats)
• Monkfruit : 2 tbsp -- (or your favorite sweetener)
• Cinnamon: 2 tbsp
• Butter, melted: 1/4 cup
• Torani Sugar-free Salted Caramel syrup: 1/4 cup -- (Alternatively, you can use 2 tbsp of any flavoring you like, and increase the sweetener) • Baking Powder: 1/2 tbsp
• Protein Powder: 4 scoops -- (I used Kiss My Keto: Keto Collagen Protein Powder, Birthday Cake)
• Collagen Peptides: 1 scoop
• Coconut Shreds, unsweetened: 1/4 cup

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Directions:

Whisk eggs until foamy.
Grind the flaxseed using a coffee grinder for 30 seconds, or use a high-speed blender. (Or you can purchase already ground flaxseed meal.)
Add remaining ingredients to mixture.
Mix well.
Let sit for 10-20 minutes to thicken.
Cover a cookie sheet with parchment paper, or use a non-stick one.
Spoon out mixture with a teaspoon onto the cookie sheet.
Flatten cookies lightly.
Bake at 350F for 14 minutes.
Let cool on a cookie rack.
Makes 56 cookies.

Nutritional Content:

Per Cookie: 42.9 calories, 2.8g fat, 2.4g protein, 0.7g net carbs, 2.4g carbs, 1.2g fiber, 0.1 g sugar, 0.4g Sugar Alcohol, 18g sodium, Glycemic Load: 0.3

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Photo credit: Catherine McDiarmid-Watt ~ All rights reserved

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Shopping List:
 • Bob's Red Mill Ground Golden Flaxseed Meal
 • Health Warrior Premium Chia Seeds
 • Baking Powder, Gluten Free, Sodium Free
 • Extra Select Korintje Cassia Cinnamon

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This is my own recipe that I created from experimenting with ingredients. It is gluten-free, nut-free, dairy-free, yeast-free, and clean Keto. A similar bun of regular bread may contain as much as 20 grams of carbs!

INGREDIENTS:
6 large eggs, room temperature
Flaxseed, golden - 6 tbsp seeds (makes about 1/2 cup ground)
Extra Virgin Olive Oil -1/4 cup
Monkfruit Sweetener - 4 tsp (or your favourite sweetener)
Pysllium Husk - 3 tbsp
Chia Seed - 1 tbsp
Hemp Hearts - 1 tbsp
Nutritional Yeast - 1 tbsp
Baking Powder - 1 tsp
Collagen Peptides - 1 scoop (optional)

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DIRECTIONS:
Beat the eggs with a hand mixer or immersion mixer for at least 2 minutes till frothy.

Grind the Flaxseed in a coffee grinder (or a blender on fine ground), and then put the Psyllium, Chia, and hemp together in the grinder, and grind them as well. Makes a total of 1 cup of ground ingredients.

Add rest of ingredients to the eggs, mix well.

Let sit for 5 minutes to thicken.

Spoon into a hamburger bun baking tray, or any about 4" wide baking dish or pan.

Bake for about 20-25 minutes at 375 F. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then move to a cooling rack.

If possible, let the buns air dry 2-3 hours before putting them in a zip-lock bag and store in the fridge or freezer.

Makes six buns.

NUTRITIONAL VALUES:

1 bun = Calories: 233.4, Fat: 17.9, Sodium: 82, Carbs: 9.8, Fiber: 5.5, Sugar: 0.3, Sugar Alcohols: 2.7, Protein: 11.8, Net Carbs: 1.6

USES:

Hamburger buns, sandwich buns, sloppy joe buns, garlic bread, toasted with your favourite toppings... even change the shape to make hot dog buns, dinner rolls, more!

THOUGHTS AND SUGGESTIONS:

My first batch, I started out with just a cup of Flaxseed meal without the rest (Sweetener, Pysllium, Chia, Hemp, Nutritional Yeast), it was OK, but more like a muffin in texture.

So I added a few other things to try to make it more bread-like, and more nutritious.

It is very dense, more like multi-grain/whole wheat bread texture than Wonderbread, but I love it. However, it's been so many years since I had regular bread, I may not be a good judge! LOL

If you can't eat the Pysllium, Chia, or Hemp, just replace it with one of the other ingredients.

I buy most of my ingredients from Bulk Barn (a bulk food store in Canada), the rest on Amazon.

I also bought the hamburger bun pan on Amazon. But if you have anything that is about 4" wide to bake in, you can use that.

I have a small coffee grinder that I grind my ingredients. I don't think it will work as well, if you don't grind these ingredients. If you don't have a grinder, just use your blender on fine ground. Some ingredients can be bought pre-ground.

Eggs beat up higher at room temperature, so that's important.

If you try my recipe, I'd love to hear how it turned out!

ENJOY!!