Unjunked Oatmeal Butterscotchies (Unjunked Holiday Treat - Day 6 of 12)
Day 6 of 12 Days of Unjunked Holiday Treats: Oatmeal Butterscotchies
Some holiday cookies are nostalgic for a reason.
Oatmeal cookies.
Butterscotch chips.
That soft, chewy bite that feels like December.
But the traditional versions?
They’re usually loaded with refined sugar, processed oils, and ingredients that leave you feeling off after just one or two.
That’s where unjunking comes in.
These Unjunked Oatmeal Butterscotchies keep everything you love about the classic, chewy centers, cozy flavor, and that hint of butterscotch, without the junk that usually comes along for the ride.
They’re simple, satisfying, and perfect for holiday baking you actually feel good about.
Why These Oatmeal Butterscotchies Are Better
✔️ Naturally sweetened with maple syrup
✔️ Made with real, filling ingredients
✔️ No refined flour or processed oils
✔️ Soft, chewy, and kid-approved
✔️ A treat that satisfies, not one that leads to a sugar crash
This is the kind of cookie you can enjoy with your afternoon coffee, add to a holiday tray, or bake with kids without worrying about the aftermath.
Unjunked Oatmeal Butterscotchies Recipe
Ingredients
1 cup almond butter (or other nut butter)
½ cup maple syrup
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp cinnamon
½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
1 ¼ cups oats
½ cup butterscotch chips
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, mix almond butter, maple syrup, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt until smooth.
Stir in oats and butterscotch chips.
Scoop dough into balls and place on a lined baking sheet. Flatten gently with a fork.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, until set but still soft.
Cool slightly before serving.
Day 6 of the 12 Days of Unjunked Holiday Treats 🎄
This Unjunked Oatmeal Butterscotchies recipe is Day 6 of the 12 Days of Unjunked Holiday Treats.
Over the next 6 days, I’ll be sharing:
Healthier versions of classic holiday desserts
Simple swaps you can actually stick with
Short videos for each recipe on Instagram and Facebook
If you want all 12 recipes in one place, you can grab the free 12 Days of Unjunked Holiday Treats PDF here, which includes every recipe in this series.
If you missed Previous Days, start here with:
Michelle Walker
a mom, former educator, and the founder of Unjunk America - a movement dedicated to helping families ditch processed foods, decode food labels, and reconnect with real food. With a warm, no-judgment approach, Michelle empowers parents to make simple, sustainable changes in their kitchens, one meal at a time.
Learn more or join the movement at UnjunkAmerica.com.
