Description
These cookies are a nutritious snack option, packed with energy and flexibility to suit various tastes.
Ingredients
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup apple sauce (or mashed banana)
- 1 cup peanut butter (or other nut butter)
- ¼ cup ground flaxseed
- ¼ cup chia seeds
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix together all 8 ingredients until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into 12 balls, and use your palm to flatten each ball into a cookie shape. Arrange them evenly on the lined cookie sheet.
- Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven.
- Allow the cookies to cool before serving.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 7 days at room temperature. For more variety, consider adding chocolate chips or dried fruits.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American