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Healthy Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies

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These healthy apple cinnamon oatmeal breakfast cookies are made with just four wholesome ingredients and are perfect for busy mornings, snacks, or a guilt-free treat. Naturally sweetened, gluten-free, and full of fiber, they’re easy to make and endlessly adaptable.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups rolled oats (old-fashioned or quick, 200g)
  • 1 large apple, grated (about 1 cup, 130g; sweet variety like Fuji, Gala, or Honeycrisp)
  • 1 heaping teaspoon ground cinnamon (3g)
  • 1/3 cup nut butter (almond, peanut, or sunflower seed butter; 85g)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Wash and core the apple. Grate it using the large holes of a box grater to yield about 1 cup. If very juicy, gently squeeze out some liquid.
  3. In a large bowl, combine grated apple and nut butter. Stir until evenly mixed.
  4. Add rolled oats and cinnamon. Stir until all oats are coated and the mixture is thick and scoopable. If too dry, add a tablespoon of water or extra nut butter; if too wet, add a sprinkle more oats.
  5. Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet using a cookie scoop or tablespoon. Flatten each cookie gently with your fingers or the back of a spoon. You should get 12-14 cookies.
  6. Bake for 13-15 minutes, until edges are set and tops look dry.
  7. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to firm up.
  8. Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

For nut-free cookies, use sunflower seed butter or tahini. Add-ins like raisins, chopped nuts, seeds, or chocolate chips are optional for extra flavor and nutrition. Cookies do not spread, so shape before baking. Store in an airtight container at room temp for 2 days, fridge for a week, or freeze for up to 3 months. Let cool completely before storing or freezing. For a bar version, press dough into an 8×8-inch pan and bake for 15-20 minutes.

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