Breakfast Cookies Recipes

I love starting my mornings with something quick yet satisfying, and these breakfast cookies have become my go-to. They’re soft, chewy, and packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, nuts, and dried fruits, making them feel like a treat while still being nourishing. Baking a batch fills the kitchen with a warm, comforting aroma, and grabbing one on a busy morning feels like a little win.

Breakfast Cookies Recipes

Difficulty: Easy

Servings

12

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

15

minutes

Calories

120

kcal

Start your day right with these healthy, soft, and chewy breakfast cookies made with oats, bananas, and peanut butter. They’re easy to make, naturally sweetened, and perfect for a quick on-the-go breakfast or snack.

Ingredients

• 2 ripe bananas (mashed)

• 1 ½ cups rolled oats

• ½ cup peanut butter (or almond butter)

• ¼ cup honey or maple syrup

• ½ teaspoon cinnamon

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• ¼ cup chocolate chips or raisins (optional)

• A pinch of salt

Directions

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
• In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth and creamy.
• Stir in peanut butter, honey, vanilla, and cinnamon.
• Add rolled oats and salt; mix until everything comes together.
• Fold in chocolate chips or raisins for added flavor.
• Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the tray and flatten slightly.
• Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown.
• Let cool before serving or storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition Information

• Calories: 120 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 18 g
• Protein: 4 g
• Fat: 5 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 7 g

Expert Tips and Variations

You can swap regular milk with almond or oat milk for a dairy-free option, and replace butter with coconut oil for a lighter twist. Add chocolate chips, seeds, or shredded coconut for extra flavor, and make sure not to overbake them they should stay soft in the center. Using ripe bananas or applesauce keeps them moist, while skipping too much sugar avoids overly sweet cookies that lose their breakfast appeal.

How to Store and Reheat Cookies

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer. To enjoy warm, microwave for 10–15 seconds or heat in the oven at 325°F for a few minutes until soft and fragrant.

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