Delightful & Healthy Banana Muesli Breakfast Cookies: Your Perfect Grab-and-Go Morning Treat
Start your day right or enjoy a guilt-free afternoon pick-me-up with these incredibly soft and chewy Banana Muesli Breakfast Cookies. Combining the wholesome goodness of muesli, shredded coconut, ripe bananas, creamy peanut butter, natural honey, and a scattering of dark chocolate chips, these cookies are a true delight. They’re not just a hit with adults but are enthusiastically devoured by kids, making them a versatile and healthy addition to any family’s routine!
Why Your Mornings (and Afternoons!) Need These Banana Muesli Breakfast Cookies
As a parent, I understand the daily challenge of finding breakfast options that are both nutritious and exciting enough to capture the attention of energetic children. My own kids, like many, are ready to eat the moment their eyes open! And honestly, I’m right there with them – a hungry start to the day isn’t a happy one. While classic breakfasts are great, I love to introduce new, wholesome treats to keep things fresh. That’s where these incredible Banana Muesli Breakfast Cookies shine.
These aren’t your average cookies; they are thoughtfully crafted to be a healthy, satisfying meal starter or a perfect pick-me-up. For those who enjoy a touch of indulgence, I’ve included dark chocolate chips in this recipe. After all, who can resist a little chocolate to brighten their morning every now and then? If chocolate for breakfast isn’t your preference, feel free to omit them, but I promise they add a delightful warmth. Beyond breakfast, these cookies have quickly become a go-to healthy snack for my kids when that mid-afternoon hunger strikes. They’re truly a new favorite in our household, offering a fantastic balance of taste and nutrition.
The Perfect Balance: Soft, Chewy, and Naturally Sweet
These Banana Muesli Breakfast Cookies strike that ideal equilibrium of soft, chewy, and perfectly sweet. The natural sweetness from mashed ripe bananas and a touch of honey beautifully complements the hearty muesli. Shredded coconut adds a delightful texture and a subtle tropical flavor that elevates each bite. Meanwhile, the peanut butter acts as a wonderful binder, holding all these wholesome ingredients together while contributing a rich, nutty depth. If allergies are a concern in your home, rest assured you can easily substitute peanut butter with any other nut butter or a seed butter like sunflower seed butter.
One of the best features of this recipe is its sheer simplicity. You only need two mixing bowls and a single baking sheet, making cleanup a breeze. In under an hour, you can have a batch of these nutritious cookies ready to go. I often make a double batch, knowing that half can be easily frozen for those extra-busy days when time is of the essence. It’s a fantastic way to ensure you always have a healthy, homemade option on hand.
While their name suggests “breakfast,” these versatile cookies are equally fantastic as a satisfying snack or even a healthier dessert alternative. They’re a smart choice when your kids are asking for something sweet, offering a much more wholesome option than conventional chocolate chip cookies. It’s a win-win: they get a treat, and you know they’re fueling up with good-for-you ingredients.
Unlocking the Power of Muesli: The Heart of These Wholesome Cookies
The star ingredient in these delightful Banana Muesli Breakfast Cookies is Bob’s Red Mill Old Country Style Muesli. If you’re not yet acquainted with muesli, prepare to be impressed! This traditional European-inspired cereal is a fantastic blend of whole grains, nuts, seeds, and dried fruit, offering a nutritional powerhouse in every spoonful. Originating from Switzerland, muesli was developed by Dr. Maximilian Bircher-Benner as a healthy dietetic food, and its benefits are just as relevant today.
Muesli is incredibly versatile. You can enjoy it as a cold cereal topped with milk, a warm and hearty porridge cooked on the stovetop or in the microwave, or, my personal favorite, prepared the traditional Swiss way: mixed with yogurt and grated apple, then left to soak overnight in the refrigerator for a delicious Bircher muesli. I experienced this authentic preparation during a trip to Switzerland, and it was absolutely wonderful! The possibilities for incorporating muesli into your diet are truly endless, and using it in these cookies is just another brilliant way to enjoy its goodness.
Bob’s Red Mill Old Country Style Muesli, specifically, boasts a robust blend of whole grain rolled oats, wheat, rye, and triticale, along with barley flakes, almond slivers, date crumbles, raisins, sunflower seeds, and walnuts. This thoughtful combination results in a highly nutritious and remarkably sustaining whole grain cereal that is, quite frankly, addictively tasty. It’s the perfect foundation for these breakfast cookies, providing a complex flavor profile and a satisfying texture that makes them stand out from the crowd.
Fuel Your Day the Healthy Way: The Benefits of Whole Grains and Fiber
One of the primary reasons I adore Bob’s Red Mill Muesli is its commitment to wholesome ingredients, particularly the abundance of whole grains. These grains are packed with valuable fiber, which is crucial for digestive health and for keeping you feeling full and satisfied. Starting your day with a hearty serving of whole grains ensures you get the best possible start, helping you maintain energy levels and stave off hunger throughout the entire morning. With two hungry toddlers, the phrase “staying full all morning” truly sounds like music to my ears, and I’m sure many parents can relate!
Beyond the muesli, these cookies benefit from other wholesome additions. Bananas provide natural sweetness, potassium, and vitamins. Peanut butter offers healthy fats and protein, contributing to satiety. Shredded coconut adds a unique flavor and texture while also providing healthy fats. Even the optional dark chocolate chips bring a touch of antioxidants along with their irresistible taste. Together, these ingredients create a cookie that’s not just delicious, but genuinely good for you and your family.
Whether you need a quick breakfast on a busy school morning, a post-workout refuel, or a satisfying snack to curb cravings, these Banana Muesli Breakfast Cookies are an ideal choice. Their convenient, grab-and-go format makes healthy eating effortless, even on the most hectic days. They’re a testament to how easy and delicious healthy food can be, proving that you don’t have to compromise on taste to nourish your body.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Muesli, Bob’s Red Mill
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut, unsweetened
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 bananas, ripe or slightly overripe, mashed (about 1 cup)
- 1/2 cup peanut butter, {you can also use sun butter or almond butter}
- 2 Tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips, {optional}
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with nonslip mats or parchment paper and set aside.
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In a large bowl combine the muesli, coconut flakes, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, and salt and whisk until combined.
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In another large mixing bowl combine the mashed banana, peanut butter, honey, vanilla and dark chocolate chips {optional}. Slowly mix the banana mixture into the muesli mixture until just combined.
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Using a cookie dough scoop scoop dough onto your baking sheet. Bake the cookies for 15-17 minutes until the edges are slightly brown.
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Allow cookies to cool completely on baking sheet before removing them. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
- These cookies can be frozen by placing them in a single layer in a Tupperware container.
- Line the bottom of the Tupperware with plastic wrap or wax paper and then repeat each layer of cookies, ending with the paper/wrap on the top.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Enjoy these wholesome, satisfying, and utterly delicious Banana Muesli Breakfast Cookies – a simple way to bring more joy and nutrition to your busy days!