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Thick & Chewy Healthy Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies

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Make these thick and chewy oatmeal breakfast cookies for a wholesome, grab-and-go morning meal. They are perfect for meal prep and keep you fueled through busy mornings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup mashed ripe banana (about 1 medium banana)
  • 1/2 cup mix-ins (such as chocolate chips, raisins, or chopped nuts)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
  3. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  4. Beat in the maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract until just combined.
  5. Mix in the mashed banana until the wet ingredients are smooth.
  6. Gradually add the dry oat mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Fold in your chosen mix-ins, like chocolate chips or nuts.
  8. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Press down slightly with the back of a spoon to flatten them into thick discs, about 1/2 inch thick. This step helps achieve the thick and chewy texture.
  9. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. The centers should still look slightly soft.
  10. Let the breakfast cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free option, use certified gluten-free rolled oats.
  • Store these grab and go breakfast cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or freeze them for up to 3 months for easy meal prep breakfast.
  • If you skip the banana, add 1/4 cup more maple syrup and 1/4 cup of applesauce for moisture.

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