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Cinnamon sweet potato breakfast cookies stacked on parchment paper with almonds, walnuts, and cinnamon in a cozy kitchen setting.

Cinnamon Sweet Potato Breakfast Cookies

Soft, chewy, and loaded with warm cinnamon and naturally sweet mashed sweet potato, these breakfast cookies are the perfect healthy grab-and-go option. They’re gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, and packed with fiber, protein, and heart-healthy fats—ideal for busy mornings or afternoon snacks.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 10–12 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup mashed sweet potato (cooked and cooled)
  • ¼ cup almond butter (or any nut/seed butter)
  • ¼ cup maple syrup (pure)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1½ cups rolled oats
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup raisins
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine mashed sweet potato, almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
  3. Add rolled oats, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well to form a dough.
  4. Fold in raisins and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.
  5. Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop dough onto the baking sheet. Flatten slightly with the back of a fork.
  6. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and cookies are firm to the touch.
  7. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use fresh or canned plain mashed sweet potato (no added sugar or flavors).
  • Store cookies in an airtight container:

    • Room temp: up to 4–5 days

    • Fridge: up to 1 week

    • Freezer: up to 2 months

  • Want extra crunch? Toast the walnuts before adding.

  • Author: Natalie
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 130
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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