Description
Breakfast Cookies are the perfect way to start your day with a healthy and delicious treat. Packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, dried fruit, nuts, and seeds, these cookies are not only nutritious but also incredibly satisfying. Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast on the go, a mid-morning snack, or a post-workout bite, these cookies have you covered. With their chewy texture and delightful combination of flavors, Breakfast Cookies make healthy eating easy and enjoyable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour (or gluten-free flour for a GF option)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, or chopped apricots)
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds, or pecans)
- 1/4 cup seeds (chia seeds, flaxseeds, or sunflower seeds)
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Ingredient Highlights
- Oats: Old-fashioned rolled oats are the base of these cookies, providing fiber and a chewy texture that helps keep you full.
- Nut Butter: Nut butter adds healthy fats and protein, helping to make the cookies more filling and providing a rich, creamy flavor.
- Honey or Maple Syrup: A natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup gives the cookies just the right amount of sweetness without being overpowering.
- Dried Fruit & Nuts: Dried fruit and nuts offer texture, natural sweetness, and added nutrients, making these cookies both delicious and nutritious.
- Cinnamon: Cinnamon adds warmth and a subtle spice that enhances the flavors of the other ingredients.
Instructions
Prepare the Cookie Dough:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Stir to combine and set aside.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and well-combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until fully incorporated. The dough should be thick and slightly sticky.
- Add the Mix-ins: Gently fold in the dried fruit, chopped nuts, seeds, and chocolate chips (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Shape and Bake the Cookies:
- Scoop the Dough: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, scoop out rounded balls of dough and place them onto the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each ball slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers to form a cookie shape. Leave about 1-2 inches of space between each cookie.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are golden brown and the centers are set.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 120-140 kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 3g