A Cookie That’ll Kickstart Your Day!

Ever dreamt of a breakfast cookie that’s as healthy as it is delicious? Meet your new kitchen BFF: Superfood Breakfast Cookies! Packed with wholesome ingredients, these cookies are the perfect blend of crunch and flavor, making them a delightful morning treat or a nourishing snack. Imagine a bite that combines the sweetness of bananas, the chewiness of oats, and a sprinkle of cinnamon—pure bliss, right?

Why Make This Recipe?

Why should you give these cookies a whirl? Let me spell it out for you:

Easy cleanup: One bowl and a baking sheet mean less time scrubbing and more time snacking!
Healthy indulgence: Loaded with seeds, oats, and dried fruits, you can feel good about starting your day with these.
Family-approved: Even the picky eaters in your house will love these – and who doesn’t love a cookie for breakfast? 🍪

Ingredients

You don’t need fancy stuff — just these basics!

1 cup old fashioned rolled oats
1/2 cup oat flour
1/2 cup dried cranberries, raisins, or other dried fruit
1/2 cup unsalted pumpkin seeds (pepitas) or other seeds/nuts
1/4 cup ground flaxseed
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 large mashed banana or 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
3 tablespoons melted coconut oil or butter
3 tablespoons coconut nectar/syrup, honey, or other liquid sweetener
2 tablespoons almond milk or other milk of choice

Directions

Ready to whip these up? Follow these easy-breezy steps:

Preheat the oven to 325ºF.
In a large mixing bowl, combine all dry ingredients: oats, oat flour, dried cranberries, pumpkin seeds, ground flaxseed, chia seeds, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
Stir in the mashed banana, coconut oil, coconut nectar, and almond milk until well blended.
Let the mixture rest for 4-5 minutes for the chia and flax to bind – it should resemble a thicker dough.
If the dough gets too thick, stir in an additional 1-2 tablespoons of milk.
Scoop out the dough using a scant 1/4 cup, place on a lined baking sheet, and gently flatten.
Bake for 15-18 minutes, until cookies are lightly golden around the edges.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for 2-3 days.

How to Make Superfood Breakfast Cookies (Overview)

So here’s the scoop: you mix and match hearty ingredients in one bowl. 🌟 Pro tip: allow the mix to sit for a few minutes — it transforms the texture from “meh” to “wow”! Once you’re done mixing, plop the dough onto a baking sheet, throw it in the oven, and voila! You’ve got yourself some mighty fine breakfast cookies.

How to Serve Superfood Breakfast Cookies

These cookies shine on their own, but why stop there? Try pairing them with a smoothie for a colorful and nutritious breakfast! Picture those golden cookies next to a vibrant berry smoothie—talk about an Instagram-worthy moment! You’ll get the crunch of the cookie and the refreshing chill of the smoothie. Yum!

How to Store Superfood Breakfast Cookies

Got leftovers? Lucky you! These cookies will hang out comfortably in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2-3 days. For longer storage, pop them in the fridge for a week or freeze them for a month. Just reheat in the oven for a few minutes, and they’ll be good as new!

Tips to Make Superfood Breakfast Cookies

Here are a few tricks to elevate your cookie game:

Texture tweak: If you prefer softer cookies, reduce bake time by a couple of minutes.
Sweetness switch: Swap coconut nectar for maple syrup or agave for a different flavor profile.
Mix it up: Experiment with different dried fruits or nuts to create fun variations each time! 🌈

Variation

Want to mix things up? Go for a choco-breakfast cookie by adding dark chocolate chips! Or for a nutty twist, throw in sliced almonds instead of pumpkin seeds. You could even make them vegan by using a plant-based butter substitute and maple syrup!

FAQs

1. Can I make these cookies ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the dough up to a day in advance and chill it in the fridge. Just bake when you’re ready!

2. What can I use instead of oat flour?
Almond flour or almond meal works wonders too! Consider that option for a gluten-free approach.

3. How do I know when the cookies are done?
Look for a light golden edge—this means they’re crispy outside and chewy inside.

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