When I came across this recipe on Pinterest, I knew I had to try it.  The ingredients were healthy, minimal, and best of all… I had all of them readily available in my pantry!  It has no added sugar, AND it’s egg and dairy free.  Amazing!  Even though the title says they’re for “breakfast,” they make a great anytime snack.  If I have leftovers, I wrap it in saran wrap, roll it into a log, and freeze for use next time.


Cranberry Oat Breakfast Cookies {source}

Makes about 12 BIG cookies, or 16 smaller ones.

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups oatmeal (quick or old-fashioned)
  • 2 ripe bananas (mashed until creamy)
  • 1/3 cup raisins or dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon (or more if you’re a cinnamon-lover like me)

Directions:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees
  • Mix mashed bananas, oats, raisins/cranberries, and walnuts together in a large bowl.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the applesauce, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
  • Add the applesauce mixture in with the rest of the ingredients and let sit for 10 minutes.
  • Drop the cookie dough onto a lined cookie sheet.
  • Bake 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Let cool for 5-10 minutes on a cooling rack.

This is not only a healthy treat for mom, but a great snack for baby too.  Noelle gobbles this right up and often asks for seconds.  With heart-healthy oats, protein and healthy fats from the nuts, and good carbs from the fruits… how can you go wrong?  Try it and let me know what you think!