Imagine biting into a warm, soft cookie that's not just delicious, but actually nutritious enough to kickstart your day! These Apple Cinnamon Breakfast Oat Cookies are the ultimate morning game-changer that will make you forget about boring, bland breakfast routines. Packed with wholesome ingredients and bursting with sweet apple and warm cinnamon flavors, these cookies are about to become your new breakfast obsession – a treat that feels like an indulgence but secretly fuels your body with goodness.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup applesauce
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup diced apples
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, almond flour, cinnamon, and baking powder. Whisk together dry ingredients until well incorporated.
- In a separate medium bowl, mix applesauce and honey (or maple syrup) until smooth and fully blended.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Stir thoroughly until a consistent cookie dough forms.
- Gently fold in diced apples and raisins (if using), distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Gently flatten each cookie with the back of a spoon or your fingers to create a rounded shape, as these cookies will not spread much during baking.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and cookies are set.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
Tips
- • Use fresh, crisp apples for the best texture and flavor intensity • Make sure to dice apples into small, uniform pieces for even distribution • Don't overmix the dough – this can make cookies tough instead of tender • For extra nutrition, consider adding chopped nuts like walnuts or almonds • If you prefer a sweeter cookie, you can add a light drizzle of honey after baking • These cookies freeze beautifully – make a double batch and save some for busy mornings • For a gluten-free version, ensure your oats are certified gluten-free • Experiment with different spices like nutmeg or cardamom to customize the flavor profile
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
