Granola Breakfast Cookies – Healthy, Chewy Oat Cookies Packed with Nuts, Seeds, and Natural Energy
Granola Breakfast Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, granola, nuts, seeds, and dried fruits. These easy homemade cookies provide a nutritious combination of fiber, protein, and healthy fats. They are perfect for breakfast, snacks, or meal preparation. Ready in less than 40 minutes, these cookies can be stored for days or frozen for future use.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup granola
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup coconut oil or softened butter
- ½ cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup peanut butter or almond butter
- ½ cup dried cranberries or raisins
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or almonds
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons flaxseed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, granola, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together coconut oil, honey, eggs, vanilla extract, and peanut butter.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients.
- Mix gently until combined.
- Fold in dried fruit, nuts, chia seeds, and flaxseed.
- Let the dough rest for 10 minutes to allow the oats to absorb moisture.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use old-fashioned oats for the best chewy texture.
- Choose low-sugar granola for a healthier option.
- Do not overmix the cookie dough.
- Let the dough rest before baking.
- Add extra nuts for more crunch.
- Store cookies in an airtight container.
- Refrigerate during warmer months.
- Freeze extra cookies for easy breakfasts.