Description
These Energy Cookies are wholesome, satisfying treats packed with oats, nut butter, and natural sweetness. Soft, chewy, and easy to prepare, they’re perfect for a quick bite or snack anytime you need something filling and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour (or oat flour alternative)
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Mix-Ins for Texture and Flavor
- ½ cup chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts)
- ¼ cup seeds (sunflower or chia)
- ½ cup chocolate chips
- ½ cup dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, or apricots)
Optional Flavor Enhancers
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup shredded coconut
- Zest of one orange or lemon
Instructions
Prepare Dough
- Preheat oven to 180°C / 350°F
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
- In a bowl, mix nut butter, honey, oil, egg, and vanilla
- Stir in oats, cinnamon, salt, and add-ins
- Mix until combined
Shape Cookies
- Scoop tablespoon portions onto tray
- Flatten slightly with a spoon
- Space evenly
Bake
- Bake 10–12 minutes until lightly golden
- Cool on rack before serving
Notes
- Swap chocolate chips for nuts or dried fruit
- Chill dough briefly if too sticky
- Store airtight for up to 5 days
- Prep Time: PT10M
- Cook Time: PT12M
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140 Kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 12 mg