Delightful Morning Cookies: Healthy & Flavorful Start

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups of rolled oats
• A half cup of whole wheat flour
• Another half cup of all-purpose flour
• A portion of light brown sugar
• One and a half teaspoons of wheat germ
• A half teaspoon of baking powder
• A half teaspoon of baking soda
• A quarter teaspoon of salt
• A ripe banana, mashed well
• A quarter cup of unsweetened applesauce
• Two egg whites
• A teaspoon of vanilla extract
• Half a cup of chocolate chips
• The same amount of dried cranberries

Step 1

Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and getting a baking sheet ready by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone mat for easy cleanup.

Step 2

In a large bowl, mix together oats, whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, wheat germ, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Next, stir in mashed banana, applesauce, egg whites, and a splash of vanilla extract, making sure everything is thoroughly incorporated. For an extra burst of flavor, gently fold in a generous amount of chocolate chips and dried cranberries into the batter.

Step 3

Using a tablespoon, drop dollops of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them out evenly. Pop the sheet into the preheated oven and bake until the cookies turn a lovely golden brown hue, which should take around 12 minutes. Enjoy your delicious homemade treats once they have cooled slightly.