Imagine starting your day with a burst of sunshine and flavor packed into one irresistible cookie! These Lemon Blueberry Breakfast Cookies are not just a treat, they're a morning revolution. Combining the zesty brightness of lemon, the sweet pop of blueberries, and the wholesome goodness of oats, these cookies are about to become your new breakfast obsession. Healthy, delicious, and incredibly easy to make, they'll turn even the most rushed morning into a gourmet experience.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/2 cup mashed banana
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- In a separate bowl, mash the ripe banana until smooth and creamy. Add honey (or maple syrup) and lemon zest, stirring until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently until a cohesive dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
- Carefully fold in the fresh blueberries, distributing them evenly throughout the dough. Use a light touch to prevent crushing the berries.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Gently flatten each cookie with the back of a spoon or your fingertips, as these cookies will not spread much during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies are set.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
Tips
- Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and better binding - the riper, the better!
- Don't overmix the dough, as this can make the cookies tough and dense.
- Gently fold blueberries to prevent them from breaking and bleeding color into the dough.
- For extra texture, consider toasting the oats lightly before mixing.
- If the dough seems too wet, add a little more flour; if too dry, a splash of milk can help.
- Allow cookies to cool completely to set their structure and enhance their flavor.
- For meal prep, these cookies freeze beautifully for up to a month.
- Experiment with different berries or add a sprinkle of chia seeds for extra nutrition.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 110kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 2g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
