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Healthy Nut & Seed Energy Cookies

Healthy Nut & Seed Energy Cookies

These Healthy Nut & Seed Energy Cookies are a nutritious grab-and-go snack, combining crunchy nuts and seeds with natural sweetness.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Snacks & Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 medium ripe bananas mashed
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup nut butter peanut or almond
For the Dry Mix
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Crunch
  • 1/4 cup chopped almonds
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 1/4 cup sunflower seeds nut-free
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 2 tablespoons flax seeds
For the Sweetness
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries or raisins

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Mash the bananas in a large bowl until smooth. Stir in the maple syrup, vanilla extract, and nut butter until creamy.
  2. Combine the rolled oats, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until the mixture is well combined.
  3. Fold in the nuts, seeds, and dried fruit. Ensure an even mix.
  4. Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough and shape them into thick disks. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15–18 minutes, until golden.
  6. Cool the cookies on the tray for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  7. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3–4 days, refrigerate for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Sprinkle a few extra seeds on top before baking for an added crunch.

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