Description
Jumpstart your mornings with these Protein Packed Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies — the ultimate blend of health and indulgence. These cookies are chewy, satisfying, and full of natural energy from ingredients like oats, almond butter, bananas, and a scoop of protein powder. They’re great for a quick breakfast, healthy snack, or pre/post workout boost. If you’re looking for breakfast ideas, healthy snacks, or an easy recipe that fits into your busy day, this one checks every box — gluten-free, dairy-free (if needed), and totally customizable with your favorite add-ins.
Ingredients
1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
1/2 cup almond butter
1 large ripe banana, mashed
1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/3 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, mash the banana until smooth.
3. Add almond butter, maple syrup, egg, and mix well.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk oats, protein powder, cinnamon, and baking powder.
5. Combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients and stir until dough forms.
6. Fold in chocolate chips or other desired add-ins.
7. Scoop cookie dough onto baking sheet and flatten slightly.
8. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden.
9. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a rack.
Notes
For extra protein, sprinkle in chia seeds or hemp hearts.
These cookies freeze well — perfect for weekly meal prep!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: breakfast cookies, protein breakfast, easy recipe, healthy snack, gluten-free snack