Many women struggle with difficulties to do with breastfeeding, and one of these issues can be a low milk supply. The Brewer’s yeast in this recipe is the secret ingredient to increasing milk supply – and with the oats and choc chips, they are a yummy, filling snack for busy new Mums. Of course, it is highly recommended to also speak to your midwife or lactation consultant about any breastfeeding issues.
Lactation Cookies Recipe (makes 6 dozen)
Ingredients:
- 1 cup butter/marg
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons flaxseed meal
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 2 cups flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 cups oats
- 1 cup (or more!) of choc chips (or nuts, dried fruit etc)
- 2-4 tablespoons of brewers yeast
Method
- Pre-heat oven to 180C
- Mix together flaxseed meal and water and put to the side for a few minutes
- Beat the butter/marg and sugar
- Add eggs one at a time and mix well
- Add flaxseed mixture (give it a stir) along with vanilla, beat until blended
- Sift together the dry ingredients (except oats and chips) and then add to the mixture
- Gently stir in the oats and chips
- Make small balls and place on a baking sheet on an oven tray
- Bake for 8-12 minutes
Enjoy!
Thank you to Mum Central for the recipe.
READ MORE here if you are having pain while Breastfeeding