Introduction
These cookies balance chewy oats, sweet dried fruit, and crunchy nuts without refined sugar or artificial additives. Perfect as a guilt-free snack, breakfast on-the-go, or lunchbox treat. Egg-free, naturally sweetened, freezer-friendly, and loved by all ages!
Why This Recipe Works
Oats: Provide structure and chewiness.
Natural Sweeteners: Honey or maple syrup add moisture and caramelization.
Egg-free binder: Mashed banana or applesauce keeps cookies tender.
Flour coating: Keeps nuts and fruit evenly distributed in the dough.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
1 ½ cups rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
½ cup whole wheat flour (or almond flour for GF)
1 tsp cinnamon
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
⅓ cup honey or maple syrup (or mashed banana for sugar-free)
¼ cup coconut oil, melted (or unsalted butter)
1 tsp vanilla extract
Mix-Ins (choose 1-2)
½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds, or pecans)
½ cup dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, or chopped apricots)
2 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseeds (optional)
Instructions
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