Name: Healthy Nut & Seed Energy Cookies Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: PT-491245H48M51S
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups Rolled Oats (use certified gluten-free if needed); ½ cup Mixed Nuts, finely chopped (almonds, walnuts, cashews); ¼ cup Pumpkin Seeds; 2 tbsp Chia Seeds; 2 tbsp Ground Flaxseed; ⅓ cup Dried Cranberries, chopped; ¼ tsp Sea Salt; ½ cup Nut or Seed Butter (e.g., almond butter or sunflower seed butter); ⅓ cup Honey or Maple Syrup; 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (optional)

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Introduction

These Healthy Nut & Seed Energy Cookies are a quick and nutritious snack packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, nuts, seeds, and dried fruit. Perfect for a natural energy boost, they require no baking and come together in minutes. Customize them easily to suit your taste or dietary needs!

The image shows a close-up of several round oatmeal cookies with visible layers of oats, pumpkin seeds, dried cranberries, and raisins mixed together, creating a textured appearance with tan, green, dark purple, and red colors. The cookies are placed directly on a white marbled surface, which adds a soft, clean background contrast. Each cookie looks thick and chunky, with the oats forming the main body, while the seeds and dried fruits are scattered on top and inside, giving extra color and texture. A single bright red dried berry is placed in the space between the cookies, adding a pop of color. The lighting is soft and natural, highlighting the texture of the ingredients photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 ½ cups Rolled Oats (use certified gluten-free if needed)
½ cup Mixed Nuts, finely chopped (almonds, walnuts, cashews)
¼ cup Pumpkin Seeds
2 tbsp Chia Seeds
2 tbsp Ground Flaxseed
⅓ cup Dried Cranberries, chopped
¼ tsp Sea Salt
½ cup Nut or Seed Butter (e.g., almond butter or sunflower seed butter)
⅓ cup Honey or Maple Syrup
1 tsp Vanilla Extract (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped nuts, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, ground flaxseed, dried cranberries, and sea salt.
Step 2: In a separate, microwave-safe bowl, gently warm the nut butter and honey or maple syrup for 20-30 seconds to make mixing easier. Stir in the vanilla extract if using.
Step 3: Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients.
Step 4: Using a spatula or your hands, mix thoroughly until all the dry ingredients are fully coated and the mixture is sticky and holds together.
Step 5: Scoop out about 2 tablespoons of the mixture at a time. Press and roll firmly into a ball, then flatten gently into a cookie shape.
Step 6: Place the finished cookies on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 7: For best results, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Tips & Variations

Swap the mixed nuts for almonds, cashews, or pecans depending on your preference.
Use sunflower seeds instead of pumpkin seeds or add hemp hearts for extra protein.
Replace dried cranberries with chopped apricots, raisins, or tropical fruits like mango or pineapple.
Add a dash of cinnamon, a pinch of sea salt, or a teaspoon of vanilla extract to boost flavor.
For a nut-free version, use sunflower seed or soy nut butter and substitute nuts with extra seeds.
For a vegan version, use maple syrup and ensure nut/seed butter and any chocolate chips are vegan-certified.

Storage

Store the cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks to maintain their texture and freshness. They also freeze well—layer them between parchment paper in a freezer-safe bag or container and keep frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature for about 15 minutes before enjoying.

How to Serve

The image shows several round, chunky energy bites made of light brown oats as the main layer, mixed with green pumpkin seeds, dark dried fruits, and small bits of bright red dried berries. Each ball has a rough texture with visible clusters of oats and seeds sticking out unevenly. The energy bites are placed closely on a white marbled surface, with one small bright red dried berry resting between them, adding a splash of color and contrast to the overall warm colors of the snack. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these cookies nut-free?

Yes! Use sunflower seed butter or soy nut butter instead of almond or peanut butter, and replace the mixed nuts with more seeds like sunflower and pumpkin seeds for a delicious nut-free treat.

Do these cookies need to be baked?

No baking is required. The cookies firm up nicely after chilling in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, making them a quick and easy no-bake snack option.