At first thought, you might think that whole grain + cookies don’t go together. Then you remember the nutty flavor of those wheat germ waffles you had, or the bold flavor of a buckwheat crepe. We believe that whole grains and baked goods not only go together, but that whole grain flours make everything TASTE better. As a bonus, they make you FEEL better.

This January you may not have committed to your usual resolutions of giving up all things indulgent, because, let’s face it, none of us went to a zillion holiday parties this past holiday season. That doesn’t mean you can’t commit to trying some new, healthier variations this January.

• 100% Whole Grain Chocolate Chip Cookies, packed with 6 different whole grain flours, bittersweet chocolate, and a hint of espresso? Check!

• Salty Honey Peanut Butter Cookies that are dairy free, gluten-conscious, but hearty and satisfying, dunked in toasty flaxseeds? Check!

• Spicy Chocolate Oat Pecan Cookies that are gluten-conscious, loaded with toasted pecans, oats, warming spiced chocolate, and so much texture and flavor? Check!

• Sarsparilla Snickerdoodles, made with 100% oat flour and yield hints of root beer flavor? Check!

• 100% whole grain biscotti, from Ginger Hazelnut (einkorn), to Cranberry Pecan (buckwheat); Bittersweet Chocolate (Rye) to Cashew Date (cornmeal)

• Brownies! Classic Devil’s Food (entirely whole wheat) or GC Caramel Nib (entirely teff). Double check!

• The list goes on. We geek out on grains.

Here at Batter we believe that baked goods should be a daily indulgence, not reserved only for special occasions. Over the past several years, we’ve set out to incorporate whole grains into just about all of our baked goods. We’re lucky enough to work with the folks at Keith Giusto Bakery Supply & Central Milling, who are passionate about grains.

If you haven’t noticed by now, we offer many “nutritionally specific” items so everyone can enjoy a treat. In addition to our 100% whole grain treats, you’ll find dairy free, egg free, gluten conscious (or term for gluten-free in a non gluten-free facility), vegan.

Visit us at the Saturday farmer’s market for the best selection of these goodies, and to talk serious grains with our market stall cookie sellers, Jen & Sonia!