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Why Make This Recipe
Healthy Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies are a great way to start your day. They are packed with wholesome ingredients and provide a good balance of energy, fiber, and nutrients. They are perfect for busy mornings when you need something quick, yet healthy. Plus, they are easy to make and can be enjoyed at any time of the day!
How to Make Healthy Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies
Ingredients:
- 100 g / 3.5 oz pitted dates (1 heaped packed cup)
- 1/3 cup / 85 ml boiling water
- 1 egg
- 3 tbsp maple syrup or honey (Note 1)
- 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted, or other plain oil (Note 2)
- 1 tsp vanilla essence (Note 5)
- 1 1/4 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup flaked almonds (Note 3)
- 1/4 cup desiccated coconut (Note 3)
- 1/2 cup raisins or sultanas (Note 3)
- 3/4 cup almond meal (almond flour) (Note 4)
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (Note 5)
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 180C/350F (standard) or 160C/320F (fan/convection). Line a tray with parchment or baking paper.
- Roughly chop the dates and place them in a bowl. Pour the boiling water over the dates, cover, and leave them to soak for at least 10 minutes.
- After the dates have soaked, mash them with a potato masher or a fork until they form a paste.
- Add the remaining wet ingredients to the bowl and mix well with a wooden spoon.
- Add the dry ingredients to the mixture. Stir until all the ingredients are well combined. The batter should be thick.
- Measure out just shy of 1/2 cup for 6 cookies or 1/3 cup flat for 8 cookies. Flatten the cookies to about 1.7 cm / 2/3" thick. Bake them for about 20 minutes until they are golden brown.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the tray.
How to Serve Healthy Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies
These cookies can be served warm or at room temperature. They are perfect as a quick breakfast, an on-the-go snack, or a healthy treat anytime. Pair them with a glass of milk or a cup of tea for a delightful experience!
How to Store Healthy Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies
Store your cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If you want to keep them fresh for longer, you can freeze them. Just place them in a freezer-safe bag or container, and they will last for up to three months.
Tips to Make Healthy Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies
- Ensure the dates are soft; if not, soak them longer.
- You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup or honey.
- For a more chewy texture, do not overmix when incorporating the dry ingredients.
Variation
Feel free to add your favorite nuts, seeds, or dried fruits instead of or in addition to the raisins and almonds. You can also swap the almond meal with other nut flours for a unique flavor.
FAQs
1. Can I use other sweeteners instead of maple syrup?
Yes, you can use honey, agave syrup, or even coconut sugar as a substitute.
2. Are these cookies gluten-free?
Yes, as long as you use certified gluten-free rolled oats and almond flour, these cookies can be gluten-free.
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3. How can I make these cookies vegan?
You can replace the egg with a flaxseed or chia seed egg (1 tbsp chia seeds or ground flaxseed mixed with 2.5 tbsp water, let it sit for a few minutes to thicken).
Healthy Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 100 g pitted dates 1 heaped packed cup
- 1/3 cup boiling water
- 1 large egg
- 3 tbsp maple syrup or honey Note 1
- 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted, or other plain oil Note 2
- 1 tsp vanilla essence Note 5
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup flaked almonds Note 3
- 1/4 cup desiccated coconut Note 3
- 1/2 cup raisins or sultanas Note 3
- 3/4 cup almond meal (almond flour) Note 4
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon Note 5
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 180C/350F (standard) or 160C/320F (fan/convection). Line a tray with parchment or baking paper.
- Roughly chop the dates and place them in a bowl. Pour the boiling water over the dates, cover, and leave them to soak for at least 10 minutes.
- After the dates have soaked, mash them with a potato masher or a fork until they form a paste.
- Add the remaining wet ingredients to the bowl and mix well with a wooden spoon.
- Add the dry ingredients to the mixture. Stir until all the ingredients are well combined. The batter should be thick.
- Measure out just shy of 1/2 cup for 6 cookies or 1/3 cup flat for 8 cookies. Flatten the cookies to about 1.7 cm / 2/3" thick.
Baking
- Bake the cookies for about 20 minutes until they are golden brown.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the tray.