Description

Start your day on a delicious note with these Healthy Peach Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies! Bursting with the sweetness of ripe peaches and enhanced by cozy spices, these cookies offer a delightful chewy texture that appeals to both kids and adults. They are quick and easy to prepare, making them perfect for busy mornings or as a nutritious snack anytime. Better yet, they can be made in batches and stored for later, ensuring you always have a wholesome treat at hand. With just a few simple ingredients, these cookies are not only tasty but packed with nutrition, making them an excellent choice for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

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1 cup instant oats
¾ cup whole wheat or gluten-free flour
1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
1 tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
1 tbsp coconut oil or unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
1 large egg, room temperature
1 tsp almond extract
¼ cup pure maple syrup, room temperature
6 tbsp unsweetened vanilla almond milk, room temperature
½ cup diced peaches

Instructions

In a bowl, whisk together oats, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, mix melted coconut oil or butter with the egg and almond extract. Stir in maple syrup and almond milk until well combined.
Combine both mixtures and fold in diced peaches. Chill dough for 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Drop rounded scoops of dough onto the sheet and flatten slightly. Bake for 9-12 minutes until golden around the edges.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
Calories: 100
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 17g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: Use ripe peaches for optimal sweetness. Experiment with other fruits like blueberries or bananas. For gluten-free options, substitute with gluten-free flour.