Chia seeds are an amazingly rich source of the essential omega 3 fat, alpha-linolenic acid. They’re also high in fibre, protein, calcium, iron, magnesium and zinc.

These easy-to-make cookies are a great lunchbox treat for kids, and a healthy snack for active adults. With no added sugar, flour or oil, they tick both the taste and nutrition boxes

Chia cookies never last long in my household! Try them next time you find yourself out of ideas on what to do with chia seeds.

Ingredients:

1 cup currants
1/2 cup boiling water
2 cups finely ground rolled oats (measured after grinding)
1/2 cup shredded coconut
1 tbsp ground chia seeds
1 tbsp whole chia seeds
1 tsp cinnamon
2 tbsp raw almond butter
3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 tsp vanilla

Method:

Preheat oven to 100°C.

Soak 1/2 cup of the currants in 1/2 cup boiling water while preparing other ingredients.

Combine the ground oats, coconut, remaining currants, chia seeds and cinnamon in a bowl.

Place the almond butter, soaked currants and their soak water, applesauce and vanilla in a food processor. Blend until smooth, then add to the dry ingredients and mix well.

Form cookies using 2 tsp of dough per cookie. Place on a baking sheet lined with baking paper. Bake for 1½-2 hours.