Nutty Oatmeal & Fruit Cookies – The Guilt-Free Snack You’ll Want Every Day
These Nutty Oatmeal & Fruit Cookies are the perfect guilt-free snack! Made with oats, dried fruit, nuts, banana, and apple, they are flour-free, sugar-free, and packed with nutrients. Soft, chewy, and naturally sweetened, these cookies are great for breakfast, a quick snack, or a healthy dessert. They are so delicious that they disappear in minutes!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 10-12 cookies 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup oatmeal
- 50g dried cranberries
- 50g dried apricots, chopped
- 60g nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, or pecans), chopped
- 1 banana, mashed
- 1 apple, grated
- 50g oat flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the wet ingredients – In a mixing bowl, mash the banana and mix with the grated apple.
- Combine dry ingredients – Stir in the oatmeal, oat flakes, dried cranberries, chopped apricots, and nuts. Mix until well combined.
- Form the cookies – Scoop small portions onto the baking sheet and press lightly to flatten.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool and enjoy – Let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness.
- Swap cranberries for raisins or apricots for dates for a different flavor.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Enjoy with Greek yogurt, peanut butter, or a cup of tea for a wholesome treat.