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Pecan Maple Breakfast Cookies


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Since these cookies aren't really "treats" I told my daughters (a.k.a. my taste testers) they could have as many as they wanted. As soon as they heard me say that they seriously went to town. I was thrilled they liked them so much, but I was starting to get worried about tummy aches!

These “breakfast cookies” are perfect for those mornings when you’re racing out the door or for a quick and easy afternoon snack. If you have a nut allergy (or go to a nut-free school like us) you could easily substitute pumpkin seeds for the pecans. You could also add some cinnamon if you want to spice things up. Apparently my family likes them just the way they are though…so enjoy!

Pecan Maple Breakfast Cookies

Since these cookies aren't really "treats" I told my daughters (a.k.a. my taste testers) they could have as many as they wanted.
24 Reviews / 4.3 Average
Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
Cook Time: 8 minutes mins
Total Time: 18 minutes mins
Course: Breakfast, Treats
Cuisine: American
Method: Baked Goods
Diet: Picky Eaters, Vegetarian
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Servings: 10 (2 cookies per serving)
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup whole-wheat flour
  • ¾ cup oats (rolled)
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup applesauce
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons butter (softened but not melted)
  • 1 egg
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ½ cup pecans (chopped)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and grease a cookie sheet.
  • Whisk together the flour, oats, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a separate bowl using an electric mixer beat the applesauce, maple syrup, butter, egg, and vanilla.
  • While beating the mixture on a low speed add the dry ingredients until well blended.
  • Fold in the nuts with a spatula.
  • Drop onto prepared cookie sheet with a spoon. Bake for 8 - 9 minutes or until they start to brown.

Notes

We recommend organic ingredients when feasible.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Pecan Maple Breakfast Cookies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 144 Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Trans Fat 0.1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 3g
Cholesterol 22mg7%
Sodium 138mg6%
Potassium 111mg3%
Carbohydrates 18g6%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 5g6%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 99IU2%
Vitamin C 0.1mg0%
Calcium 21mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Comments

  1. Maggie says

    April 10, 2013 at 4:09 pm

    4 stars
    Made these this afternoon and YUMMY!!! Instead of 3/4 c rolled oats, I did 1/2 c rolled + 1/4 c quick oats. Also used Earth Balance instead of butter and no added salt. Used flax egg instead of real egg. I did throw in a generous handful of chocolate chips :) Just couldnt resist!

    Reply
  2. Lori L. says

    March 22, 2013 at 2:21 pm

    I was determined to make these cookies while my girls were napping today. I realized that I did not have applesauce and pecans. I used 1 whole mashed banana instead of the applesauce and walnuts instead of pecans...they turned out great!

    Reply
  3. katrina says

    March 07, 2013 at 3:09 pm

    Sorry meant to ask this too what applesauce do you use for this recipe? thks!

    Reply
    • Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says

      March 07, 2013 at 5:32 pm

      Hi Katrina. We make our own or use an organic and unsweetened variety. ~Amy

      Reply
  4. katrina says

    March 07, 2013 at 3:06 pm

    Hi!! Enjoying reading your blogs and learning new stuff daily!! Thank You! I was wondering if everything you cook with is organic or just certain items and if so what items do you suggest to always buy organic? (I do have your list on veggies and fruits to buy organic, was wondering about other items you use to prepare your meals) Trying to learn what items to spend more of my money on that I should be buying organic etc. and items I don't need to that can help me save money for the items that cost more!lol.. Do you buy your honey and pure maple syrup organic? What brand do you use for coffee and tea if you buy it? Also, do you use cream cheese if so what do you suggest? Thanks in advance!!

    Reply
  5. Christine says

    March 05, 2013 at 7:55 am

    My husband has a nut allergy, so I replaced the pecans with pumpkin seeds (and also added raisins)...and they came out great! Just an idea for anyone who doesn't like or can't have the pecans. My husband and son LOVE these (and so do I!).

    Reply
  6. Gina says

    February 28, 2013 at 5:16 pm

    In my sons words..."Breakfast cookies! There cookies and they are for breakfast...WOW!" Yeah, I'm certainly going to be making these!

    Reply
  7. anna says

    February 26, 2013 at 9:09 am

    Could you maybe use self rising flour... I have been eating these with a friend and love how you can change the recipe and put what ever you want in them

    Reply
  8. linda says

    February 13, 2013 at 7:03 pm

    I didn't have any applesauce so I made them with pumpkin puree from my garden. Still wonderful. Thanks for the great breakfast to go idea

    Reply
  9. Natalie says

    February 12, 2013 at 7:29 pm

    What is the serving size for these? I could see myself over eating them ;).

    Reply
    • Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says

      February 21, 2013 at 12:32 pm

      Hi Natalie. This made me smile! While we do not provide nutrition/serving size information, I think a good rule of thumb would be 2(ish) cookies but they are healthy enough that a third won't hurt. : ) ~Amy

      Reply
  10. Molly says

    February 12, 2013 at 3:53 pm

    Do you provide nutrition info for any recipes? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says

      February 21, 2013 at 10:44 am

      Hi Molly. No, we do not provide nutrition information for our recipes. This helps explain why: https://www.100daysofrealfood.com/2011/04/29/mini-pledge-week-8-stop-eating-when-you-feel-full/ ~Amy

      Reply
  11. Kristin says

    February 05, 2013 at 8:45 pm

    These were super yummy - a big hit with my two kids (4 & 21 months) and I loved them too. To make them school friendly we substituted brown rice cereal for the pecans...but I'll definitely make the pecan version soon! Thanks for sharing! :)

    Reply
  12. Indu says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:10 pm

    1 star
    Gosh, I wanted to love these, but I just couldn't. I always enjoy finding new "clean" recipes to try, especially baked goods. But, these had no flavor and we're just so blah. I double checked the recipe to make sure I hadn't forgotten something, but turns out I did indeed make them right. Super disappointed.

    Reply
  13. Denise says

    January 24, 2013 at 7:09 pm

    5 stars
    The adults didn't care for these, but my two boys sure loved them! Cookies for breakfast were a big hit. This recipe is being added to my list of transportable, healthy and kid-pleasing snacks!

    Reply
  14. Emily says

    January 23, 2013 at 11:19 am

    Made these this morning with the kids! Our schedule is such that mornings are the best time to bake, they were so excited when I let them have one before lunch! Tasty too.

    Reply
  15. Kristi says

    January 21, 2013 at 10:13 pm

    These look yummy!! Can they be frozen??

    Reply
    • Assistant to 100 Days (Jill) says

      February 08, 2013 at 5:31 am

      Yes, Kristi, you can freeze them. Jill

      Reply
      • theresa says

        June 14, 2013 at 5:23 pm

        do you freeze the "dough" or after you bake them? Going on a trip and would like to take these. thanks

      • Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says

        June 17, 2013 at 9:49 am

        Hello Theresa. Yes, freeze after baking. ~Amy

  16. Stacey says

    January 08, 2013 at 9:06 pm

    5 stars
    Made these tonight and they are wonderful!! Husband and 21 month old loved them. Followed the recipe exactly and cooked for 8 minutes. They remind me of a cross between an oatmeal cookie and a drop biscuit. Sounds weird but it totally works. Will definitely be making these again (in a double batch!)

    Reply
  17. Adam says

    January 04, 2013 at 7:57 pm

    These sound great and I can't wait to make them. In fact I'd like to get my family eating healthy. I understand about not giving nutritional information but how come you don't mention serving sizes either? Would be a big help to know how much the recipes will make.

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      January 28, 2013 at 4:12 pm

      Thanks for the feedback. I am trying to be better about including serving sizes going forward.

      Reply
  18. jaci says

    January 03, 2013 at 5:26 pm

    I want ti make these but used up all of my pecans btwn pies for Christmas and your banana bread:) think I could use sunflower seeds? I have a bunch...or peanuts? Have. Lot of those too.

    Reply
    • Assistant to 100 Days (Jill) says

      January 16, 2013 at 2:24 pm

      Hi Jaci. I would probably just substitute another nut of your choice. Jill

      Reply
  19. Stacy @Stacy Makes Cents says

    January 01, 2013 at 9:01 am

    5 stars
    I made these this morning and we loved them! I loved the slight maple flavor. :-)
    I will admit - I was very tempted to add chocolate chips...and I might next time. Ha!

    Reply
  20. Jessica says

    December 17, 2012 at 12:04 pm

    As I am allergic to peanuts (and don't consume other types of nuts since they are usually produced in the same facility)I tried dried cranberries instead of the pecans. Although I realize it adds some natural sugar, my 3 year old (and very picky non-healthy husband) loved them! My son even asked for a "cookie" after he ate his banana this morning. I am new to the site, but loving what I am reading. Thanks so much!

    Question- what are other types of foods I could substitute instead of nuts to keep the same consistency? I have seen that so many of these recipes call for nuts.

    Reply
    • Assistant to 100 Days (Jill) says

      December 30, 2012 at 7:46 pm

      Hi Jessica. Glad you enjoyed the cookies. I would probably use seeds or just omit them all together. Jill

      Reply
  21. Beth says

    September 23, 2012 at 7:41 pm

    Thanks for this recipe. My incredibly picky son (6) and less picky daughter (2) both liked these. I made a slight modification for the nuts. My son doesn't like anything crunchy or chunky in his food, and I didn't have pecans, so I threw some almonds in the food processor until they were finely ground, added a tad bit more applesauce, and success! Maple-almond "smooth" breakfast cookies :). I also made a "glaze" for a few of them (coconut oil, honey, and vanilla). Yummy, yummy!

    I really enjoy your site. Thanks for all the work that goes into what you do.

    Reply
  22. Jill Colburn says

    September 16, 2012 at 6:25 pm

    Hi! We are new to your site and about 2 months into our own "real food" challenge. I have really enjoyed reading up on your recipes, ideas, and suggestions. It's been very helpful in our endeavor to eat real! I made these cookies last night and boy were they a hit! We didn't have any pecans, so just omitted them this time, but have them on the shopping list for next month! I have a mini cupcake pan I used instead of a cookie sheet and the kids were so excited to eat "muffin cookies" for breakfast! Thanks for the great recipes! Can't wait to try more!!

    Reply
  23. Taryn says

    September 14, 2012 at 2:07 pm

    Made these for the first time today. We were out of apple sauce, so substituted half a banana and added just enough water to get the right dough. They turned out great! Second batch in the oven now.

    Reply
  24. lavender says

    August 21, 2012 at 7:27 pm

    Hey

    These were great right out of the oven, but I had one later in the day and it was a bit dried out. I could see how that would happen due to the nuts and whole wheat flour. Nonetheless, I did like the cookies and my son seemed to like them but...any suggestions on making them a bit more moist? More applesauce?

    Reply
    • Assistant to 100 Days (Jill) says

      September 05, 2012 at 1:50 pm

      You could possibly try a little more applesauce. Maybe even another egg. I also store mine in an airtight container. Jill

      Reply
  25. Holly says

    August 17, 2012 at 11:42 pm

    Do these freeze well?

    Reply
    • Assistant to 100 Days (Jill) says

      September 02, 2012 at 10:27 pm

      Yes, they do. Jill

      Reply
  26. Diana Harris says

    August 16, 2012 at 2:32 pm

    What brand of rolled oats do you use? I've never bought them before.

    Reply
    • Assistant to 100 Days (Jill) says

      August 29, 2012 at 10:29 pm

      Hi Diana. I use Country Choice organic rolled oats. I also use the Trader Joe's gluten free rolled oats for my husband who follows a gluten free diet. Jill

      Reply
      • Stephanie says

        December 05, 2012 at 11:40 am

        Hi, Jill. Can you tell me what flour would be best to use for a gluten free version of this cookie? Thanks!

      • Assistant to 100 Days (Jill) says

        December 19, 2012 at 3:57 pm

        Hi Stephanie. I don't know that it's as easy as making a 1:1 swap. I try and use almond flour when possible, but, it's not as easy as swapping it out as the consistency is very different. Sorry I can't be of further help. Jill

      • Stephanie says

        December 19, 2012 at 4:36 pm

        Hi, Jill!

        I used Teff flour and it worked great!!! My son is very picky and on a restricted diet and he likes them!

        Thanks,
        Stephanie

  27. Brandy says

    June 25, 2012 at 3:50 pm

    I made these Saturday Morning. Hubs said they were just "ok". I liked them hot...not so fond of them cool...so I put them in the microwave this morning. DD 8 she ate one as a snack and said it was good...she's a sugary breaikfast foods eater...And i gave her 2 of these for breakfast on the way to church and she ate them all and left no crumbs. YAH! Think I'll try them next time with White wheat flour and I like the idea of some dried fruit.

    Reply
  28. Kate says

    May 10, 2012 at 6:42 am

    Delish! In efforts to make these even healthier, I swapped out the two Tbs of butter for 6 Tbs of organic flax and 1Tbs of water. Awesome. Love them with cinnamon. Thanks!

    Reply
    • jmagee says

      August 09, 2012 at 10:06 am

      YEAH!! Thank you thank you! We try not to make much with butter so I thought I'd take a shot and look through the comments to see if anyone substituted for it. Wasn't sure what would work. So, THANK YOU for you post! I'm excited that getting a substitute for just that one ingredient placed this recipe into our arsenal of foods that we can eat :)

      Reply
  29. Amy says

    April 23, 2012 at 1:32 am

    Fantastic! My kids LOVED them and so did I! I will be making these often! Please share any other non-traditional breakfast recipes you have or ways to pack even more nutrition into these. Thanks!

    Reply
  30. Jen says

    April 20, 2012 at 10:56 am

    These were really tasty! I didn't have maple syrup this morning so I had to use honey. I think they need the maple flavor to make them a little more interesting. The honey didn't add much flavor. I used walnuts and would probably add dried fruit next time.

    I was wondering what brand of maple syrup you like to buy?

    Thanks! Love your blog!

    Reply
    • 100 Days of Real Food says

      April 22, 2012 at 9:43 pm

      I just by the Earth Fare store brand grade B syrup.

      Reply
  31. anna says

    April 17, 2012 at 12:35 pm

    I made these for my family today (as written, maybe less salt as i rarely measure salt and end up going on the light side) and they are such a hit, I may not have any leftovers for my husband to try. I love that the recipe is great as is, but is also basic enough that it gives me a lot of room to be creative! I can see myself making these on a regular basis. thanks!

    Reply
  32. Amy says

    March 19, 2012 at 4:50 pm

    Just made these for after school treats. I was sure to not call them cookies, as we are used to more sugary treats. I called them bread bites and the kids loved them. I am so excited to have been told about this website and I am trying to incorporate better eating in our family's life. Thanks so much!

    Reply
  33. Maggie says

    February 13, 2012 at 5:16 pm

    I substituted the maple syrup with agave nectar and added raisins to the recipe. They were awesome! Can't stop eating them!

    Reply
  34. Stefanie says

    January 19, 2012 at 10:39 pm

    We're on our third week of 'real food.' I made these last week and my 3 year old, who was addicted to Nutragrain breakfast bars *hangs head in shame*, loves them and gladly accepts them as a replacement. Making another batch right now.
    My daughter is highly allergic to eggs and all nuts, so we use EnerG egg replacer and pumpkin seeds and they still come out wonderfully! Thanks so much!

    Reply
  35. HJK says

    January 16, 2012 at 9:19 am

    Would it be a 1:1 subsitution of pumpkin purée instead of apple sauce?
    Thank you!

    Reply
  36. Leah says

    January 09, 2012 at 11:59 am

    Have you tried adding organic peanut butter to the recipe? I imagine that would be very yummy but am wondering how the rest of the recipe would change? Would you need to increase the flour or omit the applesauce or vanilla? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

    Reply
    • 100 Days of Real Food says

      January 10, 2012 at 10:24 am

      I have not tried that, but it's a great idea...let me know how it turns out!

      Reply
  37. Christine says

    January 05, 2012 at 4:43 pm

    I just took these out of the oven. They're nice, although I'm surprised to not be able to taste the maple at all! I'm going to try again because I think our family will love them, with just a bit more maple for flavor. Thanks for a yummy and healthy recipe!

    Reply
  38. Jenny says

    January 03, 2012 at 5:34 pm

    When your recipes list butter as an ingredient, is that real butter, or margarine? I've just found your site, but I'm learning so much already!

    Reply
    • 100 Days of Real Food says

      January 04, 2012 at 10:27 am

      Definitely butter (the "real" thing)...margarine is an imitation so I do not recommend it at all!!

      Reply
  39. Liz says

    December 18, 2011 at 2:30 pm

    I added a few more pecans to boost the flavor -- my college daughters love these for a quick breakfast -- and I love them when I crave cookies! I've added chocolate chips (to try to appeal to my husband, no luck yet), raisins, and dried cranberries -- all good.

    Reply
  40. Ashley says

    November 01, 2011 at 1:06 pm

    I just started trying to make these changes in my diet this week, so my taste buds aren't totally convinced of the change. These were sort of bland to me, but they satisfy me for breakfast with a banana and cup of apple juice. I think they'd be better with some more honey or maple syrup and some cinnamon.

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