Name: Crispy Trail Mix Cookies with Nuts and Raisins
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4

Hearty rolled oats meet a classic nut blend and sweet raisins in cookie form. These energy-rich snacks keep little tummies full and are wonderful brain food for focused play. Especially for children over three years, they offer a great combination of taste and valuable nutrients.

Ingredients

This recipe makes about two to three portions (around 10 to 12 cookies). Organic ingredients are a great choice if available.

100 g rolled oats
50 g spelt flour
50 g ground hazelnuts (or almonds)
40 g raisins
50 g soft butter
1 very ripe banana
1 tsp cinnamon
1 pinch of baking powder

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius (top and bottom heat). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mash the banana with a fork until smooth. Mix it thoroughly with the soft butter.
Add the rolled oats, spelt flour, ground nuts, raisins, cinnamon, and baking powder. Stir everything together until a sticky dough forms.
Use a tablespoon to place small portions of dough onto the baking sheet. Flatten them slightly with the back of the spoon.
Bake the cookies for about 12 to 15 minutes until they are golden brown.
Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack. Always check the temperature before offering the snack to your child.

Variations and Tips

Fruity Twist: Simply swap the raisins for finely diced dried apricots or dried cranberries.
Storage: Stored in an airtight container, the cookies stay fresh for up to five days. You can also freeze the baked cookies and thaw them individually as needed.
For the Whole Family: Adults might enjoy a hint of dark chocolate or a tiny pinch of sea salt added to their batch.

Allergy and Safety Information

This recipe contains gluten, nuts, and dairy. Always introduce new foods one at a time and in small amounts to easily spot any potential reactions. To prevent choking hazards, only use nuts that are finely ground or in butter form for young children. If you have any concerns about diet or potential allergies, please consult your pediatrician.

Nutritional Information

Rolled oats and ground nuts provide valuable dietary fiber and healthy fats. This combination ensures long-lasting fullness and delivers steady energy. Thanks to the natural sweetness of the banana and raisins, this recipe works perfectly without any refined sugar.

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius (top and bottom heat). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Mash the banana with a fork until smooth. Mix it thoroughly with the soft butter.

Add the rolled oats, spelt flour, ground nuts, raisins, cinnamon, and baking powder. Stir everything together until a sticky dough forms.

Use a tablespoon to place small portions of dough onto the baking sheet. Flatten them slightly with the back of the spoon.

Bake the cookies for about 12 to 15 minutes until they are golden brown.

Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack. Always check the temperature before offering the snack to your child.

Variations and Tips

Fruity Twist: Simply swap the raisins for finely diced dried apricots or dried cranberries.

Storage: Stored in an airtight container, the cookies stay fresh for up to five days. You can also freeze the baked cookies and thaw them individually as needed.

For the Whole Family: Adults might enjoy a hint of dark chocolate or a tiny pinch of sea salt added to their batch.

Allergy and Safety Information