Lactation Cookie Recipe: Nourishing Cookies for Postpartum Recovery
McKayla Broadhurst
Lactation Cookie Recipe: Nourishing Cookies for Postpartum Recovery
A soft, nourishing cookie designed to support energy, recovery, and milk supply.
A snack that really makes a difference
These cookies aren’t just a treat. They have ingredients that help your body recover after birth, especially if you’re breastfeeding. They’re soft, naturally sweet, and easy to keep on hand when you want more than a snack bar.
Why this works in postpartum
- Oats, flax, and brewer’s yeast → often used to help support milk production.
- Balanced macros → helps keep your energy steady.
- Nutrient-dense ingredients → supports recovery and nourishment
- Easy to grab → perfect for late-night hunger or quick snacks
Ingredient highlights
- Oats and oat flour: fiber and long-lasting energy
- Flax and hemp seeds: omega-3s and support for hormones
- Brewer’s yeast: rich in B vitamins and is often used to help support milk supply
- Bananas: provide potassium and natural sweetness
- Nut butter: healthy fats and calories to help keep you full longer
Ingredients
- 1 cup oats
- 1¼ cup oat flour
- ¼ cup hemp seeds
- 2 tbsp flax
- 2–3 tbsp brewer’s yeast
- 2 bananas
- ½ cup nut butter
- ⅓ cup maple syrup or honey
- 2 eggs
- Chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In one bowl, mix all dry ingredients.
- In another bowl, mash/blend bananas with nut butter, maple syrup, and eggs.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until fully mixed.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Scoop onto a baking sheet.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, until set.
Postpartum-friendly tips
- Make a double batch and freeze extras.
- Their soft texture makes them easy to eat, even if you’re not very hungry.
- Partners or doulas can easily make these cookies ahead of time.
- Keep a few by your bedside for those times you get hungry in the middle of the night.
Optional upgrades
- Add cinnamon or vanilla if you want extra flavor.
- You can swap the nut butter to fit your preferences or allergies.
- Use dairy-free chocolate chips if that works better for you.
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