Blueberry Breakfast Cookies Ready in 20 Minutes

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These blueberry breakfast cookies are perfect for a quick morning snack. They’re easy to make, full of healthy ingredients, and ready in under 20 minutes. They’re soft, chewy, naturally sweet, and perfect for those chaotic weekday mornings when you just need to grab and go. Plus, there’s a good chance you already have everything you need in your kitchen. Let’s walk through what makes this blueberry cookie recipe a healthy and delicious breakfast treat.

Recipe

Blueberry Breakfast Cookies

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes

Ingredients:  

For the cookies

  • 2 large ripe bananas Mashed
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbs maple syrup
  • 2 1/4 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup blueberries

For the Icing

  • 2 tbs icing sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp heavy cream or milk

Instructions: 

  • Preheat oven to 350F.
  • With your hands or a fork, mash your ripe bananas into a chunky paste. Combine all other ingredients and mix until fully combined.
  • Place golf ball sized dough balls onto a baking pan and then press down gently with a spatula to flatten.
  • Place in oven for 13 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and allow to cool on tray for 10 minutes.
  • Optional: Make a simple sugar icing by combining icing sugar and either milk or cream. Drizzle over cookies.

Why We’re All About These Blueberry Breakfast Cookies

The beauty of breakfast cookies is that they blur the line between something nourishing and something that feels like a treat. They’re satisfying without being overly sweet, and they’re endlessly riffable. Want to sneak in some chia seeds or flax?

Go for it. Prefer a little crunch? Toss in some nuts. These cookies are your canvas.

What sets this blueberry breakfast cookie recipe apart is the simplicity. We’re leaning on pantry staples here—ripe bananas, oats, maple syrup, and a handful of fresh or frozen blueberries. There’s no need for fancy tools or hard-to-find ingredients. It’s just good, honest food that fits into your life.

Blueberry breakfast cookies with an icing sugar drizzle sitting on a cooling wire rack.

Key Ingredients You Probably Have On Hand

Ripe Bananas

Mashed, ripe bananas are non-negotiable.

The darker and more freckled, the better. As bananas ripen, their starches turn into sugars. This makes them sweeter, moister, and gives us that famous banana flavor we love. If your bananas are still yellow with a hint of green, hold off.

Maple Syrup

We’re using maple syrup as our sweetener for its mellow flavour and moisture-retaining superpowers. It adds a subtle depth and richness to these blueberry breakfast cookies without overpowering the blueberries. Plus, it makes the cookie just sweet enough without pushing it into dessert territory—unless you want it to, of course.

Ingredients for the best blueberry cookie recipe.

Want Them Sweeter? Add a Simple Icing Drizzle

If you’re someone who leans into sweetness in the morning (no judgement here), a quick icing brings the whole cookie together. Just mix icing sugar with a splash of milk or cream until it’s thick but pourable, and drizzle away. This gives a lovely glossy finish and turns these blueberry cookies into a bakery-style treat in seconds.

Tips for Getting Your Blueberry Breakfast Cookies Just Right

Mix Well for Even Flavour

Make sure the oats, spices, and blueberries are evenly incorporated into these blueberry breakfast cookies. You want each bite to have the full effect of soft oats, sweet bursts of blueberries, and warm spice. Uneven mixing can mean dry pockets or bland bites—no thank you!

Use a Scoop for Consistent Size

A cookie scoop is your best friend here. It ensures even baking, makes the whole process faster, and gives your cookies that uniform, polished look. If you don’t have one, a spoon and your best eyeballing skills will do the trick. Just aim for consistency so they bake at the same rate.

Press Gently and Evenly

Give each dough ball a gentle press before baking. If the cookie is too thick in the center, it might not cook through. Too thin, and it’ll crisp up too fast. We’re after that soft-chewy texture, and even thickness is key to getting there.

An amazing blueberry cookie recipe with an icing sugar drizzle over top.

Blueberry Breakfast Cookies: Swaps and Substitutions

  • No blueberries? Try chopped strawberries, raspberries, or even dried fruit like raisins or cranberries.
  • Gluten-free? Use certified gluten-free oats.
  • Want a dessert spin? Add a few white chocolate chips for a cookie that bridges breakfast and dessert in the best way possible. Think white chocolate chip cookies meet blueberry muffins.
  • Craving something nostalgic? A touch of peanut butter brings in that peanut butter cookies vibe—rich, comforting, and a little indulgent.
The ultimate blueberry cookie recipe—scoops of dough being placed on a cookie sheet.

More Cookies Worth Baking

If cookies for breakfast is your jam (and honestly, why wouldn’t it be?), check out some other recipes we’ve been loving lately:

  • Perfect peanut butter cookies – classic, chewy, and so easy.
  • Thumbprint cookies – fun to make with the kids, and super adaptable.
  • Chocolate chip cookies – our go-to when the craving hits, no chill time needed.
  • White chocolate chip cookies – soft, sweet, and totally decadent.
Blueberry breakfast cookies on a cooling wire rack.

Keep These Blueberry Breakfast Cookies In Your Weekly Rotation

These blueberry breakfast cookies have definitely earned a permanent spot in our weekly recipes lineup. They’re fuss-free, super adaptable, and always hit the spot. Whether you’re heading out the door, packing lunches, or just need something to munch on with your coffee, these cookies deliver.

So next time you spot those ripe bananas getting a little too soft on the counter, you know what to do.

Make a batch of these healthy breakfast cookies. Store them in an airtight container. Now you have breakfast ready for the next few days.

Try this blueberry cookie recipe! You won’t be disappointed.

Blueberry breakfast cookie with a simple icing drizzle.

Other Recipes You Will Love!

Thumbprint Cookies

Perfect Peanut Butter Cookies

White Chocolate Chip Cookies

Andy Hay

Andy is the founder of ECK, Chef, and let’s admit it… the reason you’re here. He taught himself to cook, and it all paid off when he secured his spot in the season 5 Finale of Master Chef Canada. Now, Andy uses his big energy to showcase recipes that actually make people want to cook. His brand was built on butter and East Coast charm, and Andy’s kept that same energy ever since. Off-camera, you’ll find him doing what started it all: cooking for his two daughters, wife and the people he loves.

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4 Comments

Linda Fewkea says:

Thanks for a different breakfast cookie. I will make theaes as a treat for every one omce in a while

Andy Hay says:

Love it, Linda! Glad these were such a hit with you and your crew!

Robin Dobson says:

Saw this recipe and immediately went to the kitchen to whip these up!

Super easy to make, tastes delicious and love that real ingredients are used. Will be making these again!

Thanks Andy!!






Andy Hay says:

Glad these were a hit, Robin! Thanks for sharing!

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