Date Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup oat flour
02 - 1 cup rolled oats
03 - 3/4 cup almond flour
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
06 - 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
07 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

→ Wet Ingredients

08 - 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
09 - 5 tablespoons water
10 - 1/2 cup almond butter
11 - 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
12 - 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
13 - 1/4 cup maple syrup
14 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
15 - 1 teaspoon orange zest

→ Mix-ins

16 - 1/2 cup chopped dates (about 6-7 pitted dates)

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a small bowl, combine the ground flaxseed and water. Let sit for about 5 minutes to thicken.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine oat flour, rolled oats, almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Stir until well incorporated.
04 - In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the flaxseed mixture, almond butter, melted coconut oil, applesauce, maple syrup, vanilla extract and orange zest until smooth.
05 - Pour the wet mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Gently fold in the chopped dates.
06 - Use a large cookie scoop or 1/4 measuring cup to portion dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart. Bake for 20-23 minutes, or until cookies are lightly browned around the edges.
07 - Allow cookies to cool on the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
08 - Store cookies in an airtight container for up to one week.

# Notes:

01 - These breakfast cookies are packed with fiber and protein, making them a satisfying morning option.
02 - For best texture, don't overbake - they should remain slightly soft in the center.