Description
Healthy Pumpkin Oat Cookies are soft, chewy, dairy-free treats made with wholesome ingredients like oats, pumpkin purée, and natural sweeteners. These easy, one-bowl cookies come together in minutes and are perfect for breakfast, snacks, or lunchbox surprises. Naturally gluten-free (with certified oats) and customizable with chocolate chips or nuts, they’re your new favorite fall snack.
Ingredients
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2½ cups rolled or quick oats
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1 cup pumpkin purée
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3 tbsp maple syrup, agave, or coconut sugar
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2 tsp pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon (optional)
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Pinch of salt (optional)
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½ cup dairy-free chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
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In a large bowl, stir together oats, pumpkin purée, sweetener, spice, and salt until a thick dough forms.
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Fold in chocolate chips or desired mix-ins.
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Form 12 cookies by hand and slightly flatten each one.
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Arrange on a prepared baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes until set.
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Let cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Use quick oats for softer cookies or rolled oats for a chewier bite.
Add-ins like raisins, chopped nuts, or shredded coconut work great.
Cookies can be frozen and reheated as needed.
No chilling required—ready in under 15 minutes!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American