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Cinnamon Sweet Potato Breakfast Cookies

Cinnamon Sweet Potato Breakfast Cookies That'll Brighten Mornings

Indulge in these Cinnamon Sweet Potato Breakfast Cookies, a wholesome and delicious pick-me-up for your mornings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 medium sweet potato, cooked and mashed adds moisture and natural sweetness
  • 2 cups rolled oats do not use steel-cut oats
  • 1 cup almond flour gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg complements cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda aids in slight rise
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey natural sweeteners
  • 1 large egg binds ingredients together
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or butter adds moisture and flavor
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds aroma
Optional Mix-Ins
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts adds crunch and nuttiness
  • 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries bursts of sweetness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato, egg, maple syrup or honey, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Add the rolled oats, almond flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt, mixing gently until just combined.
  4. Fold in any optional mix-ins like chopped pecans, walnuts, or dried fruits.
  5. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough for each cookie onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.
  6. Bake for 12–15 minutes until light golden underneath. Let cool for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 140mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cookies can be customized with your favorite mix-ins and stored in an airtight container for freshness.

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