Imagine starting your morning with a cookie that doesn't just satisfy your sweet tooth, but actually fuels your body with powerful nutrients! These High Energy Peanut Butter Breakfast Cookies are not your ordinary breakfast - they're a game-changing, delicious solution for busy mornings. Packed with protein, natural sweetness, and irresistible chocolate chips, these cookies transform the most important meal of the day into an exciting culinary adventure that will keep you energized and satisfied until lunch.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cookie removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and honey. Mix thoroughly using a wooden spoon or electric mixer until the mixture becomes smooth and well-blended, creating a consistent base for the cookies.
- Add the vanilla extract to the peanut butter and honey mixture, stirring to incorporate the flavor evenly throughout the batter.
- Fold in the rolled oats, mixing carefully to ensure they are completely integrated with the wet ingredients. The oats will provide additional texture and nutritional value to the cookies.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the cookie dough. Be careful not to overmix to maintain the chips' integrity.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Leave approximately 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for slight spreading during baking.
- Gently flatten each cookie portion with the back of a fork, creating a classic crosshatch pattern and helping the cookies cook more evenly.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. The centers may still appear slightly soft but will firm up as they cool.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to help them set, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients for smoother mixing and better cookie texture.
- Choose natural, creamy peanut butter for best results and healthier nutrition.
- Don't overmix the dough - this can make your cookies tough instead of tender.
- For extra nutrition, consider adding chia seeds or chopped nuts to the mix.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform size and even baking.
- Allow cookies to cool completely to let them set and develop their ideal texture.
- For meal prep, these cookies can be frozen for up to a month - just thaw at room temperature before enjoying.
- Experiment with different types of chocolate chips like dark, milk, or even white chocolate for variety.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 229kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
