Nutritious Oatmeal Fruit & Veggie Breakfast Cookies
Start your day on a healthy note with these Nutritious Oatmeal Fruit & Veggie Breakfast Cookies! Packed with wholesome ingredients, these cookies are the perfect blend of protein, fiber, and vitamins to fuel your morning. Featuring rolled oats for sustained energy, nonfat yogurt for creaminess, and a medley of fruits and vegetables like crushed pineapple and grated carrots, they offer a delightful balance of flavors without being overly sweet. These hearty cookies are easy to customize with your favorite add-ins and are perfect served alongside a piece of fresh fruit for a complete breakfast experience. Enjoy them warm or store them for a quick breakfast on the go!
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Servings
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Calories
18
Ingredients
Ingredients
rolled oats
1 1/2 cups (not quick oats)
nonfat plain yogurt
1 cup (or vanilla yogurt)
whole egg
1 (beaten)
egg white
1 (beaten)
applesauce
1 cup (unsweetened)
light brown sugar
1/4 cup (packed)
honey
1/4 cup
cinnamon
1 teaspoon
nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon
salt
1/2 teaspoon
whole wheat flour
1 1/2 cups
wheat bran
1/2 cup
white flour
1/2 cup
baking powder
1 teaspoon
baking soda
1/2 teaspoon
crushed pineapple
1 cup (drained)
carrots
2 (grated)
raisins
1/2 cup
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
In a medium bowl, combine the rolled oats and yogurt, mixing well, and set aside to soak for a few minutes.
3
In a large mixing bowl, beat together the whole egg, egg white, light brown sugar, honey, and applesauce until fully combined and smooth.
4
Gradually add the whole wheat flour, wheat bran, white flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
5
Gently fold in the soaked oat and yogurt mixture until evenly distributed.
6
Carefully fold in the grated carrots, raisins, and drained crushed pineapple until fully incorporated.
7
Using a 1/4 cup measuring scoop, portion the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each cookie slightly to ensure even baking.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden brown and firm to the touch.
9
Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before transferring to an airtight container.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Nutritious Oatmeal Fruit & Veggie Breakfast Cookies?
They are a healthy breakfast option packed with rolled oats, carrots, pineapple, and raisins, designed to provide fiber and sustained energy.
What is the main base of these cookies?
The base consists of rolled oats soaked in nonfat yogurt and a blend of whole wheat and white flours.
Can I use quick oats instead of rolled oats?
The recipe specifically calls for rolled oats and notes they should not be quick oats to ensure the correct texture.
What vegetables are included in this recipe?
This recipe includes two grated carrots as a healthy vegetable addition.
What fruits are used in these cookies?
The recipe uses crushed pineapple, raisins, and unsweetened applesauce for natural sweetness and moisture.
How do I prepare the oats?
Combine the rolled oats with yogurt and let them soak for a few minutes before adding them to the main mixture.
What temperature should I bake the cookies at?
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit or 200 degrees Celsius.
How long do the cookies take to bake?
The cookies should bake for 25 to 30 minutes until they are lightly golden brown and firm.
Can I use vanilla yogurt instead of plain?
Yes, you can use either nonfat plain yogurt or vanilla yogurt for this recipe.
What kind of flour is required?
The recipe uses a combination of whole wheat flour, white flour, and wheat bran.
Are these cookies low in fat?
Yes, they are described as low fat, using applesauce and nonfat yogurt instead of butter or oil.
How do I portion the dough on the baking sheet?
Use a 1/4 cup measuring scoop to portion the dough and flatten each cookie slightly before baking.
Should the baking sheet be greased?
The recipe recommends lining the baking sheet with parchment paper for best results.
What sweeteners are used in this recipe?
Light brown sugar and honey are used as sweeteners, complemented by the natural sugars in the fruit.
What spices give these cookies their flavor?
Cinnamon and nutmeg provide a warm, spiced flavor profile to the cookies.
How should I store these breakfast cookies?
Once cooled, store the cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
Is there protein in these cookies?
Yes, protein is provided by the whole egg, egg white, and yogurt.
Can these be used for meal prep?
Yes, they are ideal for meal prep and can be enjoyed as a quick breakfast on the go.
What is the role of applesauce in this recipe?
Applesauce adds moisture and sweetness while allowing the recipe to remain low in fat.
How do I prepare the carrots?
The carrots should be grated before being folded into the dough.
Do I need to drain the pineapple?
Yes, the crushed pineapple should be drained before adding it to the mixture.
How many eggs are needed?
The recipe requires one whole egg and one additional egg white, both beaten.
Can I add other ingredients?
Yes, these cookies are easy to customize with your favorite healthy add-ins.
What makes these cookies high in fiber?
The high fiber content comes from the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, wheat bran, and various fruits and vegetables.
How long should the cookies cool?
Allow them to cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before eating or storing.
What is the texture of these cookies?
They are hearty, firm to the touch, and moist due to the fruit and yogurt components.
Are these cookies very sweet?
They offer a delightful balance of flavors without being overly sweet.
Can I serve these with anything else?
They are perfect served alongside a piece of fresh fruit for a complete breakfast experience.
What leavening agents are used?
The recipe uses both baking powder and baking soda to help the cookies rise.
Is wheat bran necessary?
Wheat bran adds significant fiber and texture, which is a key part of the 'nutritious' aspect of this recipe.