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Healthy Nut & Seed Energy Cookies

These Healthy Nut & Seed Energy Cookies are a nourishing snack made with easy-to-find ingredients, perfect for busy mornings or an energy boost.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup oats Provides structure and chew.
  • 1/2 cup assorted nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts, pecans) Add crunch and healthy fats.
  • 1/2 cup seeds (e.g., sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds) Add extra nutrition and crunch.
  • 1/2 cup dried fruits (e.g., raisins, cranberries, apricots) Provide pockets of sweetness.
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup nut butter (e.g., almond butter, peanut butter) Acts as the primary binder.
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup Sweetens and helps the mixture stick.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Rounds out the flavors.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mixing
  1. In a large bowl, combine the oats, chopped nuts, seeds, and dried fruits.
  2. In another bowl, mix the nut butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
  3. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until everything is evenly coated.
Baking
  1. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, flattening them slightly.
  2. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
  3. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Small imperfections are normal; focus on the taste and energy boost!