Are you tired of boring breakfasts that leave you hungry and unsatisfied? Get ready to revolutionize your morning routine with these mouthwatering Healthy Oatmeal Date Breakfast Cookies! Packed with nutritious ingredients and bursting with natural sweetness, these cookies are not just a treat – they're a game-changing breakfast solution that will have you jumping out of bed with excitement. Imagine enjoying a delicious, guilt-free cookie that fuels your body and satisfies your taste buds in just one bite!
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 mashed bananas
- 1/2 cup chopped dates
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of rolled oats, 1/2 cup of almond flour, 1/2 tsp of baking soda, and 1/4 tsp of salt. Stir the dry ingredients together until they are well mixed.
- In another bowl, mash 1/2 cup of ripe bananas until smooth. You can use a fork or a potato masher for this step.
- Add 1/4 cup of honey or maple syrup and 1/2 tsp of vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Mix well until all the wet ingredients are combined.
- Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Fold in 1/2 cup of chopped dates, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie as they will spread slightly while baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies are set.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your healthy oatmeal date breakfast cookies as a nutritious snack or a quick breakfast on the go!
Tips
- Use ripe bananas for maximum natural sweetness and better binding of ingredients.
- Make sure to chop dates finely to distribute them evenly throughout the cookie.
- Don't overmix the batter – mix just until ingredients are combined to keep cookies tender.
- For extra nutrition, consider adding a sprinkle of chia seeds or chopped nuts.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
- For a batch prep, these cookies freeze beautifully for up to a month – perfect for busy mornings!
- If the mixture seems too wet, add a bit more oats; if too dry, a splash of milk can help.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform size and even baking.
- Let cookies cool completely to allow them to set and develop the perfect texture.
- Experiment with different natural sweeteners like agave or date syrup for variety.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
