The first version of these cookies was called “Fool Yourself Cookies.” I don’t remember how I found the recipe but I’m really glad I did. I am even happier that I never settle for good enough, first try, or suggested methods. You have to try MY cookies. Just in case Fool Yourself is trademarked (it’s not) I altered the name for my cookies, as in: You’ve Got to be Kidding, These are Healthy?

2/3 C instant oatmeal

1 tsp. baking powder

1 scoop chocolate protein powder

2 2.5 ounce containers prune baby food

2 pkgs. Swiss Miss sugar/fat free hot cocoa mix

2 Tbs. cocoa

1/3 C Splenda

Mix all ingredients. Space evenly on greased cookie sheet – 9 spoonfuls will equal 60 calories per cookie. Bake at 300 degrees for 10 minutes. These are divine, but I highly recommend making your alteration. You can’t go wrong. Try Tbs. of PB2 instead of cocoa. Use a full banana instead of prunes or use applesauce or pumpkin or…

Be sure to share your changes here in the comments section. I might want to try your ideas!