It works! These lactation cookies help boost your milk supply thanks to 3 key ingredients. Freezer friendly, and super delicious, these lactation cookies are a breastfeeding mama's best friend.
1/4cupof brewer's yeast (this is the main ingredient for milk production)
1tspsalt
1tspbaking soda
9fenugreek capsules (empty capsules and discard)
1/2cupbutter, softened
1/2cupcoconut oil, softened
3/4cupsugar
3/4cupbrown sugar
2large eggs
1tspvanilla extract
3cupsof old fashioned oats
1cupof semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
Mix flaxseed meal and water; set aside.
Stir together the flour, brewer’s yeast, salt, baking soda and fenugreek, set aside.
Blend butter, coconut oil, and sugars well. Blend in eggs. Stir in flaxseed mixture and vanilla; mix well.
Add dry mixture. Mix until just combined. Stir in oats and chocolate chips.
Scoop 2 Tbsp of dough, 1 to 2 inches apart, onto a silicone lined baking sheet. (About 8 cookies per tray.)
Bake for 9 to 10 minutes, until matte on the top.
Once cooled, individually wrap cookies in plastic wrap and place them in a container the freezer. Eat at least 2 cookies the first day, and one each day afterwards. (I have one every day after lunch. Just unwrap it and nuke it in the microwave for 30 seconds.) Enjoy!
Notes
*Recipe altered from columbia sc moms blogWARNING: Consult your doctor before making this recipe. Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.