Healthy Breakfast Cookies
Looking for a quick, nutritious, and delicious way to start your day? These Healthy Breakfast Cookies are packed with wholesome ingredients, naturally sweetened, and super easy to make. Whether you’re hustling out the door or enjoying a slow morning with coffee, these cookies are your go-to breakfast solution!
Why You’ll Love These Cookies
No refined sugar – naturally sweetened with banana or maple syrup.
Loaded with nutrients – oats, seeds, and nut butter make them fiber- and protein-rich.
Make-ahead friendly – perfect for meal prep or freezing for busy weeks.
Kid-friendly – chewy, soft, and customizable with fun add-ins like raisins or chocolate chips.
What You’ll Need:
Rolled oats
Mashed ripe bananas or unsweetened applesauce
Nut butter (like almond or peanut)
Ground flaxseed
Optional: mini chocolate chips, dried fruit, cinnamon
Simple Steps:
1. Mix all ingredients in one bowl – no mixer needed!
2. Scoop and flatten into cookie shapes on a lined baking sheet.
3. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12–15 minutes until edges are golden.
4. Cool & store – keep in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for later.
Tips & Variations:
Add chia seeds or hemp hearts for extra nutrients.
Use dairy-free chocolate chips to keep them fully vegan.
Add a touch of vanilla or cinnamon for extra warmth.
Want them crunchier? Bake a few minutes longer!
These breakfast cookies are a smart swap for sugary cereals or pastries and perfect for anyone craving something sweet but healthy in the morning. Make a big batch and fuel your day the delicious way!
Healthy Breakfast Cookies
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas mashed or 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- ⅓ cup natural peanut butter or almond butter
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
- ¼ tsp cinnamon optional
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips or raisins optional
- ½ tsp vanilla extract optional
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, mash bananas and stir in nut butter and vanilla extract.
- Add oats, flaxseed, cinnamon, and salt. Mix until fully combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips or dried fruit if using.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheet. Flatten slightly with your hand.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until edges are golden.
- Cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container.
