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Nut & Seed Energy Cookies

Nut & Seed Energy Cookies: A Wholesome Snack Delight

Nut & Seed Energy Cookies are wholesome snacks perfect for post-workout fuel or a midday pick-me-up, customizable and guilt-free.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Rolled oats Use gluten-free oats for a GF version.
  • 1 cup Mixed nuts (cashews, almonds, walnuts) Swap with seeds for a nut-free alternative.
For Added Texture
  • 1/2 cup Pumpkin seeds Sunflower seeds can be used as a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Chia seeds Consider using ground flaxseeds for a different texture.
For Sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Dried cranberries Raisins or chopped dates are good substitutes.
  • 1/2 cup Natural peanut butter or almond butter Sunflower seed butter works well for nut-free versions.
  • 1/4 cup Honey or maple syrup Maple syrup makes the recipe vegan.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Feel free to omit if you don’t have it on hand.
For Flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Nutmeg can be used for a slightly different flavor profile.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Don't skip this step!

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • saucepan
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Spatula
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, mixed nuts, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, flaxseeds, dried cranberries, cinnamon, and salt. Stir well.
  3. Melt the peanut butter and honey (or maple syrup) in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the peanut butter mixture over the dry ingredients and mix until fully coated.
  5. Form balls of the mixture and place them on the lined baking sheet, pressing each ball into a round shape.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and firm. Watch closely to avoid over-baking.
  7. Let the cookies cool for about 5 minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

These cookies are versatile and can be made nut-free or vegan. Store in an airtight container for freshness.

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