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Homemade Nut & Oat Energy Cookies – Crunchy, Chewy, and Naturally Sweet
If you’re looking for a snack that’s both wholesome and delicious, these homemade nut and oat energy cookies are the perfect answer. Packed with rolled oats, crunchy nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and just the right touch of sweetness, they’re everything you want in a healthy cookie. These are naturally protein-rich and full of fiber—ideal for breakfast on the go, a lunchbox treat, or a mid-day energy boost. At deesviral, we love turning pantry staples into nutritious snacks you’ll actually crave, and this recipe is one of our favorites.
Ingredients:
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1 ½ cups rolled oats
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½ cup chopped mixed nuts (cashews, almonds, hazelnuts)
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¼ cup pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds
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½ cup dried fruits (cranberries, raisins, chopped apricots)
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2 tablespoons flaxseeds or chia seeds (optional)
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2 eggs, beaten
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¼ cup honey or maple syrup
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2 tablespoons coconut oil or butter, melted
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½ teaspoon cinnamon
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¼ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Preheat and Prepare:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, chopped nuts, seeds, and dried fruits. Add the cinnamon and salt, and stir to mix evenly.
3. Add Wet Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, honey (or maple syrup), melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients.
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4. Combine:
Stir everything together until the mixture is sticky and fully coated. Let it rest for 5 minutes so the oats absorb some of the moisture.
5. Shape the Cookies:
Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, portion the mixture into rounds and press them into flat cookie shapes with your fingers or the back of the scoop. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake:
Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown and set. They will continue to firm up as they cool.
7. Cool and Store:
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Final Touch:
These homemade nut & oat energy cookies are a powerhouse of nutrition and flavor. Chewy, crunchy, and naturally sweet—they’re proof that healthy can also mean tasty. Keep them in an airtight container for up to a week, or freeze them in batches for longer shelf life.
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