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    Home / Desserts / Cookies

    Almond Butter Oatmeal Cookies with Seeds

    Last update: Sep 5, 2024 Published: Sep 11, 2020 by Fadela This post may contain affiliate links

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    How to make these almond butter oatmeal cookie recipe super soft and crunchy with oatmeal, seeds, and chocolate chips. This recipe is incredibly easy to make at home and these cookies are delicious and not just for breakfast, they are a perfect healthy snack any time of the day.

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    • Why you'll love this recipe
    • Ingredients You Need
    • How to Make Almond Butter Oatmeal Cookies
    • Tips for best results
    • Storage instructions
    • Variations & Substitutions
    • Recipe Questions
    • More Cookie Recipes
    • Almond Butter Oatmeal Cookies

    These almond butter oatmeal cookies are delicious with a chewy and soft texture in the center with a crunchy edge, made with only healthy and natural ingredients, perfect to satisfy a craving without feeling guilty.

    If you love cookies and are looking for a healthy and flavorful recipe, then you must try these healthy cookies made with oatmeal, almond butter and delicious seeds.

    This easy recipe to make at home with simple ingredients, such as rolled oats, wholemeal flour, almond butter or peanut butter, coconut sugar, dark chocolate chips, and a mix of tasty seeds.

    Make these healthy oatmeal breakfast cookies at home, they are really perfect for breakfast, for your healthy snacks, or just for your little cravings during the day.

    Why you'll love this recipe


    • Healthy and Delicious: Made with wholesome ingredients like almond butter, oats, seeds, and chocolate chips, these cookies offer a perfect balance of nutrition and flavor.
    • Packed with Nutrients: The addition of seeds provides a boost of healthy fats, fiber, and protein, making these cookies a satisfying and energizing snack.
    • Chewy and Chocolatey: These cookies deliver a soft, chewy texture with a hint of sweetness from chocolate chips, perfect for a guilt-free perfect treat!

    Craving for more healthy breakfast recipes? Give these a try: Oatmeal porridge, Overnight oats, Healthy banana oatmeal muffins, Oatmeal cookies dough Truffles, Healthy granola, Chewy oatmeal chocolate chip cookies

    Ingredients You Need

    You need these ingredients to make these oatmeal and seed cookies:

    • Butter: Use natural almond butter, peanut butter, or other nut butters like sunflower butter, ​seed butter or cashew. You can also use coconut oil or unsalted butter.
    • Sugar: Choose coconut, cane, brown sugar, or white sugar. You can also substitute with honey, applesauce, or maple syrup, which works well.
    • Egg: Use at room temperature. For an egg-free recipe, add more nut butter and a bit of plant-based milk.
    • Flour: Use whole wheat, gluten-free flour, or a blend like almond, coconut, or oat flour.
    • Oats: Use old-fashioned oats (quick oats), but avoid steel-cut oats.
    • Seeds: Add a mix of sesame, sunflower, pumpkin, flax, or chia seeds.
    • Baking Powder: Just a bit for rising or instead baking soda.
    • Chocolate Chips: Use dark chocolate chips or chunks with 64% to 70% cocoa or semi sweet chocolate chips.
    • Vanilla & Sea Salt: Use pure vanilla extract and sea salt for flavor.
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    How to Make Almond Butter Oatmeal Cookies

    Here are some quick visual instructions. Don't forget that full instructions with exact ingredients can be found in the main recipe card below!

    Step 1: Place the nut butter (almond butter or peanut butter) and coconut sugar in a large bowl and mix with an electric mixer until smooth.

    Step 2: Add the egg and vanilla extract and whisk again to incorporate.

    bowl with nut butter and sugar
    bow with ingredients

    Step 3: Add the dry ingredients to wet ingredients, flour, baking powder, sea salt, seeds, and rolled oats and gently fold in with a spatula or wooden spoon just until the mixture is smooth.

    Step 4: Then add the chocolate chips and mix again to incorporate them well.

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    bowl with cookies dough

    Bake cookies

    Step 5: Form cookie dough balls with your hands or with a cookie scoop and place them on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Lightly flatten the top of the cookies with the palm of your hands or a fork.

    Step 6: Bake the cookies in a preheated oven at 350°F / 180°C for about 12 minutes until they are golden brown and still a bit soft in the center. Let the baked cookies cool a bit on the cookie sheet before moving them gently onto a wire rack or a plate and let them cool completely.

    Enjoy baked almond butter cookies, as a snack or crumbled into a bowl of cottage cheese.

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    cookie dough balls

    Tips for best results

    • Use Creamy Almond Butter: For the best texture, use smooth, creamy almond butter. It helps bind the ingredients and adds a rich flavor.
    • Balance the Seeds: Use a mix of seeds like flax, chia, and sunflower for added nutrition and crunch, but don't overdo it—too many seeds can make the cookies dense.
    • Measure Oats Carefully: Old-fashioned oats give the best chewy texture. Avoid overmeasuring oats to prevent dry cookies.
    • Don’t Overbake: Bake until the edges are golden, but the centers still look soft. The cookies will continue to set as they cool.
    • Customize with Nuts: You can add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra crunch and protein.

    Storage instructions

    Room Temperature: Store the almond butter oatmeal cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. They will stay soft and chewy.

    Freeze: To freeze, place the completely cooled cookies in a freezer bag or container. They can be frozen for up to 3 months. To enjoy, thaw at room temperature or warm them in the microwave for a freshly baked taste.

    Variations & Substitutions

    • Peanut Butter cookies: Replace almond butter with creamy natural peanut butter for a classic peanut butter flavor.
    • Vegan Option: Substitute the egg with a flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 3 tablespoons water) and use dairy-free chocolate chips.
    • Coconut Twist: Add shredded coconut to the dough for extra texture and a tropical flavor boost.
    • Fruit Add-In: Mix in dried fruits like dried cranberries, raisins, or chopped dried apricots for a chewy, fruity twist.
    • Spiced Version: Add cinnamon, nutmeg, or even ginger to the dough for a warm, spiced flavor.
    • Double Chocolate: Add cocoa powder to the dough and use dark chocolate chunks for an ultra-chocolatey cookie.

    Recipe Questions

    Can I substitute almond butter with another nut butter?
    Yes, you can substitute almond butter with peanut butter, cashew butter, or even sunflower seed butter for a nut-free option.

    How do I prevent my cookies from being too dry?
    Make sure to measure your oats and flour accurately. Also, don’t overbake the cookies, as this can dry them out. Slightly underbaking keeps them chewy.

    What kind of oats should I use?
    Use old-fashioned (rolled) instant oats for the best chewy texture. Quick cooking oats can be used, but avoid steel-cut oats, as they won't soften properly in cookies.

    Can I replace the egg in the recipe?
    Yes, for an egg-free version, you can use a flax egg (1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons of water).

    Can I use sweeteners like honey or maple syrup instead of sugar?
    Yes, but if you use liquid sweeteners like honey or pure maple syrup, you may need to slightly reduce the liquid in the recipe or increase the oats to maintain the right dough consistency.

    Can I make these cookies gluten-free?
    Yes, simply use gluten-free oats and a gluten-free flour blend to make the cookies gluten-free.

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    I hope you love these almond butter cookie recipe. If you make it, be sure to leave a comment and a rating so I know how you liked it. Happy Baking!

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    Almond Butter Oatmeal Cookies


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    • Author: Fadela
    • Total Time: 22 minutes
    • Yield: 12 cookies
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    Description

    Healthy oatmeal breakfast cookies reicpes made with rolled oats, seed and chocolate chips (for about 12 cookies)


    Ingredients

    • 115 g (½ cup) Almond butter 
    • 90 g (⅓ cup) Coconut sugar 
    • 1 Egg - large at room temperature
    • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
    • 125 g (1 cup)Flour - wholemeal 
    • 50 g ( ⅔ cup) Oatmeal - quick oats
    • 30 g (¼ cup) Seeds - sesame, sunflower, pumpkin seeds, flax, chia
    • 1 ½ tsp Baking powder
    • 150 g (1 cup) Chocolate chips - 64 % or 70 %
    • 1 pinch of sea salt 

    Instructions

    1. Preheat your oven to 350°F / 180° C and line a baking sheet with a sheet of baking paper. 
    2. In a large bowl, place the almond butter  (or other nut butter) with the coconut sugar and beat with an electric mixer until you have a slightly smooth mixture.
    3. Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix again with an electric mixer to incorporate.
    4. Finish with the dry ingredients, flour, rolled oats, baking powder, pinch of salt, seeds and chocolate chips.
    5. Mix with a spatula or with your hands until the mixture is smooth and a little sticky.
    6. Form dough balls with your hands or an ice cream scoop and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
    7. Flatten the balls slightly with a fork.
    8. And bake the cookies for about 12 minutes until they are golden brown and a little soft in the center.
    9. Let the cookies cool a bit before moving them to a wire rack.

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    Notes

    Storage: Up to 1 week at room temperature in a box and up to 3 months in the freezer.

     

    • You can replace the coconut sugar with a liquid natural sugar like honey, maple syrup etc..
    • If the cookie dough seems too compact, add a small amount of liquid such as vegetable milk.
    • Be careful not to overcook them so that they keep a soft texture.
    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 12 minutes
    • Category: cookies,biscuits
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Calories: 149
    • Sugar: 6
    • Sodium: 50
    • Fat: 7
    • Saturated Fat: 3
    • Carbohydrates: 17
    • Fiber: 2
    • Protein: 4
    • Cholesterol: 12

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