Healthy Oat Cookies With Dried Fruit and Nuts

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Instructions

 

  1. Prep & Preheat:
    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Combine Dry Ingredients:
    Whisk oats, flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.

  3. Mix Wet Ingredients:
    Stir honey (or banana), coconut oil, and vanilla in a separate bowl until smooth.

  4. Fold Together:
    Pour wet mix into dry ingredients, stir until just combined.
    Toss nuts and/or fruit with 1 tsp flour, then fold into dough.
    Let dough rest 10 minutes for chewier texture.

  5. Bake:
    Scoop 1-tbsp portions onto the sheet, flatten slightly.
    Bake 10–12 minutes until edges turn golden.
    For crispier cookies, add 2 minutes; for softer, remove at 10 minutes.

  6. Cool & Enjoy:
    Cool on sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.

Creative Variations

  • Chocolate Lover’s: Add ¼ cup dark chocolate chips (85% cacao).

  • Tropical Twist: Add dried pineapple, coconut flakes, and macadamia nuts.

  • Protein Boost: Stir in 2 tbsp vanilla protein powder (reduce flour by 1 tbsp).

  • Savory-Sweet: Add 1 tbsp rosemary and ¼ cup chopped figs.

Serving Suggestions & Storage

  • Pair with Greek yogurt, almond milk, or nut butter.

  • Store airtight for 5 days or freeze up to 3 months.

  • Shape into bars for convenient on-the-go snacks.

Conclusion

Nutritious and delicious, these cookies are a versatile treat that fill your kitchen with warm cinnamon aroma. Enjoy baking and don’t forget to share your creations with #HealthyOatCookieMagic!

Instructions

 

  1. Prep & Preheat:
    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Combine Dry Ingredients:
    Whisk oats, flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.

  3. Mix Wet Ingredients:
    Stir honey (or banana), coconut oil, and vanilla in a separate bowl until smooth.

  4. Fold Together:
    Pour wet mix into dry ingredients, stir until just combined.
    Toss nuts and/or fruit with 1 tsp flour, then fold into dough.
    Let dough rest 10 minutes for chewier texture.

  5. Bake:
    Scoop 1-tbsp portions onto the sheet, flatten slightly.
    Bake 10–12 minutes until edges turn golden.
    For crispier cookies, add 2 minutes; for softer, remove at 10 minutes.

  6. Cool & Enjoy:
    Cool on sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.

Creative Variations

  • Chocolate Lover’s: Add ¼ cup dark chocolate chips (85% cacao).

  • Tropical Twist: Add dried pineapple, coconut flakes, and macadamia nuts.

  • Protein Boost: Stir in 2 tbsp vanilla protein powder (reduce flour by 1 tbsp).

  • Savory-Sweet: Add 1 tbsp rosemary and ¼ cup chopped figs.

Serving Suggestions & Storage

  • Pair with Greek yogurt, almond milk, or nut butter.

  • Store airtight for 5 days or freeze up to 3 months.

  • Shape into bars for convenient on-the-go snacks.

Conclusion

Nutritious and delicious, these cookies are a versatile treat that fill your kitchen with warm cinnamon aroma. Enjoy baking and don’t forget to share your creations with #HealthyOatCookieMagic!

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