These Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies are a healthy and delicious alternative to traditional breakfast options. Packed with oats, fruits, nuts, and seeds, these cookies are perfect for a grab-and-go morning meal!
🔥 Prep Time: 10 minutes | 🍽️ Cook Time: 12 minutes | ⏳ Total Time: 22 minutes | 🍴 Servings: 12
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- ½ cup mashed banana
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/3 cup almond butter or peanut butter
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ cup raisins or dried cranberries
- ¼ cup chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds, etc.)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds or flax seeds
Let’s Cook!
Step-by-Step Instructions:
Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix the dough: In a bowl, combine oats, mashed banana, honey (or syrup), almond butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and mix well. Stir in raisins, nuts, and seeds.
Shape the cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and shape them into cookies on the baking sheet. Flatten slightly with a fork.
Bake & enjoy: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown. Let them cool before storing.
🍪 “These oatmeal cookies are a wholesome, filling way to start your day!”
Tips & Variations:
Add-ins: Try adding chocolate chips, coconut flakes, or chopped dried apricots.
Gluten-free? Use gluten-free oats for a suitable option.
Vegan: Use maple syrup and a plant-based butter substitute.
Nutrition Information (Per Cookie):
- Calories: 180 | Fat: 8g | Carbs: 22g | Protein: 4g
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