Description
Crunchy, chewy energy cookies made with nuts and seeds that are perfect for a healthy snack or breakfast.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup mixed nuts (cashews, almonds, walnuts), chopped
- 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1/4 cup flaxseeds (ground or whole)
- 1 cup dried cranberries or raisins
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter or almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 325°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped mixed nuts, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, flaxseeds, and dried cranberries or raisins. Stir to mix well.
- 3. In a small saucepan, gently melt the peanut butter or almond butter and honey or maple syrup together over low heat. Stir frequently until smooth and combined.
- 4. Pour the melted nut butter and honey mixture over the dry ingredients in the mixing bowl. Stir until all the ingredients are fully coated.
- 5. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, portion the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart slightly. Gently press each cookie to flatten them into rounds.
- 6. Bake the cookies for 12 to 15 minutes or until they are golden brown and firm to the touch. Remove from the oven.
- 7. Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before serving.