Description
These Banana Blueberry Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies are a wholesome, naturally sweetened treat perfect for a quick and nutritious start to your day. Made with ripe bananas, rolled oats, almond butter, and fresh blueberries, they offer a delightful blend of flavors and textures, ideal for meal prep and on-the-go breakfasts.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup almond butter or peanut butter
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed or chia seeds (optional)
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts or seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed ripe bananas, almond butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture becomes smooth and well combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the rolled oats, cinnamon, salt, baking powder, and ground flaxseed or chia seeds if using. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute all the dry ingredients throughout the batter.
- Fold in Blueberries and Nuts: Gently fold the fresh or frozen blueberries into the mixture, along with the optional chopped nuts or seeds, ensuring they are evenly incorporated without crushing the berries.
- Form Cookies: Scoop approximately 2 tablespoons of the dough per cookie onto the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon to help them bake evenly.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the cookie edges turn lightly golden and the centers are set.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps the cookies firm up and prevents them from breaking.
Notes
- These cookies are naturally sweetened and perfect for meal prepping quick breakfasts or snacks.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to one week to maintain freshness.
- For less moisture and a different texture, try using dried blueberries instead of fresh or frozen.
- Optional add-ins like nuts or seeds can enhance texture and nutritional value.
