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🍠 Cinnamon Sweet Potato Breakfast Cookies
Soft, chewy, wholesome & naturally sweet – a cozy hug in cookie form.
🧡 Introduction
Breakfast just got a whole lot more comforting. Imagine a soft, golden cookie, delicately spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, sweetened naturally with maple syrup, and boosted with the goodness of sweet potatoes. These Cinnamon Sweet Potato Breakfast Cookies are more than just a treat — they’re a nourishing start to your day, a sweet companion to your afternoon tea, and the perfect lunchbox snack.
Inspired by the warming flavors of autumn but perfect for any season, these cookies are freezer-friendly, kid-approved, and made from pantry staples. Whether you’re a busy parent, a student on the go, or just someone who wants a little softness in their snack time, these cookies are for you.
🧾 Ingredients
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup mashed sweet potato (about 1 medium sweet potato, baked or steamed and mashed)
- ⅓ cup pure maple syrup or honey
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil or unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients:
- 1½ cups rolled oats
- ½ cup almond flour (can substitute with all-purpose flour or oat flour)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Optional Add-ins (“Lovers”):
- ⅓ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (for crunch and heart-healthy fats)
- ⅓ cup raisins or dried cranberries (for bursts of sweetness)
🍴 Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato, egg, maple syrup (or honey), melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Combine the Dry Ingredients
In the same bowl (save dishes!), add the rolled oats, almond flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt. Stir until a thick, sticky dough forms.
Step 4: Add Your “Lovers” (Optional but recommended)
Fold in the chopped nuts and dried fruit if using. These lovers bring texture and warmth — they’re like the background singers to the sweet potato’s soulful lead.
Step 5: Scoop & Shape
Using a cookie scoop or two spoons, portion out about 2 tablespoons of dough per cookie onto your prepared baking sheet. Flatten them slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers, as they won’t spread much during baking.
Step 6: Bake
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden and the tops are set. Be careful not to overbake — you want them soft and chewy.
Step 7: Cool & Enjoy
Let the cookies cool on the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. They will continue to firm up as they cool.
🕰 A Bit of History
The idea of using vegetables in sweet baked goods isn’t new. In fact, carrot cakes, zucchini breads, and pumpkin muffins have long held a place in home baking traditions. Sweet potatoes, rich in fiber and naturally sweet, were often used in Southern U.S. desserts long before refined sugar was commonplace. These cookies continue that tradition, offering nourishment and comfort with each bite.
💡 Formation Tips
- Make-Ahead Friendly: You can bake a double batch and freeze them. Just reheat in the toaster oven or microwave for a warm, fresh-from-the-oven experience.
- No Egg? Try a flax egg (1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 2.5 tbsp water, let sit 5 min).
- More Protein? Add a scoop of protein powder and reduce oats slightly.
- Extra Soft? Add 1–2 tablespoons of applesauce for more moisture.
💕 Variations (Cookie “Lovers”)
These cookies are lovable on their own, but if you’re in the mood to flirt with flavor, here are some match-made-in-cookie-heaven variations:
- Chocolate Lover: Add ¼ cup mini dark chocolate chips.
- Tropical Twist: Swap raisins for chopped dried pineapple and add shredded coconut.
- Pumpkin Spice: Use pumpkin puree instead of sweet potato, and add a pinch of clove and ginger.
- Nut-Free: Omit nuts and use sunflower seed flour instead of almond flour.
- Savory Touch: Add a pinch of black pepper and rosemary for a grown-up twist.
🧺 Serving Suggestions
- With a warm mug of chai or coffee ☕
- Packed in lunchboxes for kids or adults
- As a wholesome dessert with Greek yogurt and a drizzle of honey
- On road trips, hikes, or long days on your feet
- Sneaky bedtime snack (yes, it’s allowed!)
🥄 Conclusion
These Cinnamon Sweet Potato Breakfast Cookies are more than just a treat — they’re a wholesome ritual, a moment of pause, and a reminder that comfort food can be nourishing, too. Soft, subtly spiced, and full of real ingredients, they’re proof that the best things in life come in warm, cookie-shaped packages.
So go ahead — bake a batch, share with someone you love, or simply enjoy them as your sweet potato-powered secret to starting the day right. 💛
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