Healthy Whole Grain Breakfast Cookies

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Healthy Whole Grain Breakfast Cookies.

1. Step 1

   Begin by preheating your oven to a cozy 375°F (190°C) and prepare your baking sheets with a layer of parchment paper.

2. Step 2

   In a food processor, pulse the walnuts until they are finely chopped, then continue processing until they achieve a flour-like consistency.

3. Step 3

   Transfer this walnut flour to a mixing bowl.

4. Step 4

   Next, introduce the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, ground flax meal, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon to the bowl, stirring until everything is harmoniously blended.

5. Step 5

   In the food processor, combine almond butter, canola oil, blue agave nectar, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract.

6. Step 6

   Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, then pour it into a large mixing bowl.

7. Step 7

   Gently fold in the dried cherries and chocolate chips, allowing their sweetness to mingle with the almond butter.

8. Step 8

   Gradually incorporate the walnut-oatmeal mixture into the almond butter blend, mixing until the dough is thick and well combined.

9. Step 9

   Scoop generous teaspoons of dough and roll them into delightful balls, placing them on the prepared baking sheets with about 2 inches of space between each.

10. Step 10

    Bake in your preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until they are lightly golden.

11. Step 11

    Once baked, remove them from the oven and gently press down on the cookies with a spatula to flatten them slightly.

12. Step 12

    Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

13. Step 13

    Enjoy the delightful aroma and the anticipation of tasting your homemade treats!.