Healthier Apple Peanut Butter Breakfast Cookies

Start your morning with a wholesome treat that feels indulgent but is packed with nourishing ingredients—these Healthier Apple Peanut Butter Breakfast Cookies are perfect for busy mornings or guilt-free snacking! Made with rolled oats, whole wheat flour, and creamy peanut butter, these soft and chewy cookies are naturally sweetened with applesauce and a touch of maple syrup. Grated apple adds a burst of fresh, fruity flavor, while cinnamon gives them a warm, cozy spice. Customize your batch by folding in walnuts or mini chocolate chips for extra texture and richness. Ready in under 30 minutes, these one-bowl cookies are not only quick and easy but also perfect for meal prepping. Enjoy them with your morning coffee or as an energy-boosting midday snack—your taste buds and body will thank you!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Rolled oats
• 0.5 cups Whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cups Creamy peanut butter
• 0.5 cups Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.25 cups Maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 medium Grated apple (peeled and cored)
• 0.25 cups Chopped walnuts (optional)
• 0.25 cups Mini chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, applesauce, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and well blended.

Step 4

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

Step 5

Fold in the grated apple. If using, also fold in the chopped walnuts and mini chocolate chips.

Step 6

Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough per cookie onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch between each cookie. Flatten slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The cookies should still be soft in the center.

Step 8

Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(717.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2143.2

Total Fat 101.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1587.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 273.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.9g	0%
Total Sugars 117.2g
Protein 66.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 250.9mg	0%
Iron 13.4mg	0%
Potassium 2021.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.1%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 48.1%