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Breakfast Cookies Recipe: Healthy, Easy, and Perfect for Meal Prep

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Breakfast Cookies are wholesome, chewy cookies packed with oats, peanut butter, nuts, seeds, and dried fruit. Perfect for meal prep, busy mornings, healthy snacks, and grab-and-go breakfasts.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 18 cookies 1x
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/3 cup chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons flaxseeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Combine oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
  4. In another bowl whisk together peanut butter, honey, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  5. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir until combined.
  6. Fold in raisins, cranberries, walnuts, chocolate chips, and optional seeds.
  7. Scoop cookie dough onto prepared baking sheet.
  8. Flatten slightly with a spoon.
  9. Bake for 12–15 minutes until lightly golden.
  10. Cool completely before serving or storing.

Notes

  • Use old-fashioned oats for the best chewy texture.
  • Do not overbake to keep cookies soft.
  • Add protein powder for extra protein.
  • Swap peanut butter for almond butter if desired.
  • Store at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • Freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Great for breakfast, snacks, or post-workout fuel.
  • Customize with your favorite nuts, seeds, or dried fruits.

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