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Healthy chocolate oatmeal breakfast cookies stacked on a plate.

Chocolate Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies

These chocolate oatmeal breakfast cookies are chocolatey, nourishing, and perfect for rushed mornings or post-workout snacks. Made with simple pantry staples, they are soft-centered and satisfying.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups rolled oats Old-fashioned oats give the best chew; quick oats will make the texture softer.
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-processed for a rounder flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup almond butter Smooth or chunky; sunflower seed butter works for nut-free.
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup Or agave nectar; honey if not vegan.
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix-ins
  • 1/4 cup dairy-free chocolate chips Or regular chocolate chips.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk the rolled oats, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly mixed.
  3. Add almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla to the bowl. Stir vigorously until the mixture comes together and the oats are well coated.
  4. Stir in the chocolate chips so they’re evenly distributed.
  5. Use a tablespoon to portion dough onto the lined sheet, spacing cookies about 1–2 inches apart.
Baking
  1. Bake for 10–12 minutes. Look for edges to be set while centers stay slightly soft.
  2. Let cookies sit on the sheet for 3–5 minutes to firm up, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a firmer cookie, add 1–2 tablespoons of flour (oat flour keeps it gluten-free). Use a flax ‘egg’ (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water) for extra binding. For less sweetness, reduce the maple syrup by 1–2 tablespoons and add a splash of almond milk if the batter seems too dry. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.