Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Recipe for Health: Breakfast Cookies

It is true what is said about breakfast being the most important meal of the day. Breakfast kick starts your metabolism and helps to keep blood sugar levels stable, decreasing your cravings for naughty foods. It also gives you the energy you need to face the day. I know, I know - you're in a hurry in the morning and barely have enough time to make sure your shoes match, much less eat a healthy breakfast. This recipe is quick and easy, and can be made ahead of time and kept in the fridge all week for a grab-and-go breakfast. All you need is an extra 30 seconds to grab one on your way out the door. Pair it with a piece of fresh fruit for good measure. As usual, try to use as many organic ingredients as possible.

Breakfast Cookie
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 C honey
1/4 C butter
1 C grated carrots
1/2 C raisins
1/2 C cranberries
1 C chopped walnuts
1 C whole wheat flour
1 C oats
1 t cinnamon
1 t nutmeg
1 1/2 C organic cereal (I use Nature's Path Multibran Flakes)

Directions:  Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, beat eggs. Add honey and butter, mix until smooth. Stir in carrots, walnuts, raisins and cranberries. In a separate bowl, combine flour, oats, cinnamon and nutmeg, mix until combined. Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix. Fold in cereal. Drop by spoonful onto cookie sheet and bake for about 15 minutes, or until firm. Store in fridge in airtight container.