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Healthy Nut & Seed Energy Cookies

Healthy Nut & Seed Energy Cookies for Guilt-Free Snacking

Healthy Nut & Seed Energy Cookies are gluten-free, refined sugar-free treats that provide a nutritious energy boost, perfect for guilt-free snacking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats Ensure certified gluten-free
  • 1 cup Mixed Nuts e.g., cashews, almonds, walnuts
  • 1/2 cup Pumpkin Seeds Can replace with sunflower seeds
  • 1/4 cup Chia Seeds Substitute with flaxseeds if necessary
  • 1/4 cup Flaxseeds Can swap with more chia seeds
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Or raisins, other dried fruits can be used
  • 1/2 cup Peanut Butter Or almond butter; use sunflower seed butter for nut-free
  • 1/3 cup Honey Or maple syrup for vegan version
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Can substitute with nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • spatula
  • cookie scoop
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your 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 a pinch of salt.
  3. In a small saucepan, melt the peanut butter and honey over low heat, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the warm wet mixture over the dry ingredients and fold together until fully coated.
  5. Form small cookie rounds on the prepared baking sheet and gently press each cookie down.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden and firm.
  7. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. For a no-bake option, chill the mixed batter in the fridge or freezer until firm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days, in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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