"Enjoying cookies for breakfast seems a bit decadent but don't worry, these gluten-free Apple Cinnamon Breakfast Oat Cookies are both healthy AND decadent!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1¼ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
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3/4 cup quick-cooking oats (may substitute 3/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats)
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2 Tbsp. ground flax seed (optional)
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3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
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½ teaspoon baking powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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2 eggs
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1/3 cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt (may substitute unsweetened applesauce)
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¼ cup unsalted butter, softened (may substitute coconut oil for dairy-free)
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3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1 cup finely diced apple (about 1 small apple) or 1/3 cup chopped dried apple rings
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1/3 cup raisins and/or dried cranberries (optional)
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1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional – omit for nut-free)