Energy Cookies

Energy Cookies
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Sometimes, as much as we love cookies, it's important to balance sweets with nutritious foods. Luckily, these cookies are a little bit of both. Courtesy of Krusteaz
Prep Time
10
minutes
Cook Time
10
minutes
Servings
18
Energy Cookies
Total time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
  • 1 package krusteaz brown sugar & oatmeal cookie mix
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/3 cup coconut oil
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
  • 1/2 cup chopped raw almonds
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
Directions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment or silicone liners; set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, stir together cookie mix, peanut butter, coconut oil, egg and ground flaxseed together until a soft dough forms.
  4. Fold in the chopped almonds and dark chocolate chips.
  5. Scoop dough by rounded tablespoons and place 1inch apart on the baking sheets.
  6. Bake 8-10 minutes, rotating pans halfway through baking time to ensure even cooking.
  7. Remove from oven.
  8. While still warm, use the bottom of a glass to gently press down on each cookie to flatten them.
  9. Serve warm, or cool to room temperature, and store airtight.