Cinnamon Sweet Potato Breakfast Cookies
These Cinnamon Sweet Potato Breakfast Cookies are soft, chewy, and naturally sweetened with mashed sweet potatoes and honey or maple syrup. Packed with wholesome oats, warm cinnamon, and nutrient-rich ingredients, they make the perfect grab-and-go breakfast or healthy snack. Meal prep a batch and enjoy a guilt-free treat all week long!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- ½ cup almond flour (or whole wheat flour)
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup mashed sweet potato (about 1 medium sweet potato)
- 1 egg (or flax egg: 1 tbsp flaxseed + 3 tbsp water)
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-Ins:
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- ¼ cup raisins or dark chocolate chips
Instructions
Prepare the Dough:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together oats, almond flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix mashed sweet potato, egg, honey (or maple syrup), melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
2. Combine & Shape:
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until combined.
- Fold in nuts and raisins or chocolate chips (if using).
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the baking sheet and flatten slightly.
3. Bake the Cookies:
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
- Best Sweet Potato Prep: Bake or steam until soft, then mash with a fork.
- Nut-Free Option: Swap nuts for sunflower seeds.
- Make it Vegan: Use a flax egg and maple syrup instead of honey.
- Extra Protein: Add 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds.
- Crispier Cookies: Bake a few extra minutes for a firmer texture.
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