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Healthy Nut & Seed Energy Cookies

Deliciously Nutty Healthy Nut & Seed Energy Cookies Recipe

Try these Healthy Nut & Seed Energy Cookies for a guilt-free, energizing snack that's perfect for any time of day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Snacks
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats Ensure they're gluten-free if needed.
  • 1 cup Mixed Nuts Substitute with almonds or pecans for variety.
  • 1/2 cup Pumpkin Seeds Sunflower seeds are a great alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Chia Seeds Can be replaced with flaxseeds if preferred.
  • 1/4 cup Flaxseeds Ground flaxseeds promote better digestion.
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries (or Raisins) Use any dried fruit you enjoy.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Experiment with nutmeg for a different spice twist.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Essential for enhancing flavors.
For Binding and Sweetening
  • 1/2 cup Natural Peanut Butter (or Almond Butter) Any nut butter will work well.
  • 1/3 cup Honey (or Maple Syrup) Maple syrup is perfect for vegan options.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth and enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Cookie scoop
  • Parchment paper
  • Small saucepan

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, mixed nuts, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, flaxseeds, dried cranberries, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. Melt the natural peanut butter and honey together in a small saucepan over low heat, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the warm wet mixture over the dry ingredients, mixing until fully coated.
  5. Form portions of the cookie mixture into small balls and flatten them slightly on the baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and firm to the touch.
  7. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 30mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These cookies are customizable with different nuts and dried fruits for varied flavors. Watch the baking time to prevent overbaking.

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