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Ultimate Wholesome Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies (Make Ahead)

A stack of four hearty, oatmeal-based breakfast cookies studded with dried cranberries, sitting on a small plate.
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Make these chewy, wholesome oatmeal breakfast cookies for a quick, grab-and-go breakfast. They use simple ingredients and are perfect for meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour or gluten-free blend
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup natural peanut butter or almond butter
  • 1/2 cup mashed ripe banana (about 1 large)
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup or honey
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup mix-ins (e.g., dried cranberries, chocolate chips, pumpkin seeds)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Mix these dry ingredients well.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the nut butter, mashed banana, maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Fold in your chosen mix-ins, such as dried cranberries or seeds.
  6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie. Gently flatten the tops slightly with your fingers or the back of a spoon.
  7. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a protein boost, add 1/4 cup of your favorite unflavored or vanilla protein powder to the dry ingredients.
  • These cookies store well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • You can substitute the maple syrup with date paste for a lower glycemic option, adjusting the wetness slightly if needed.

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