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    Published: Jun 22, 2016 · Modified: Feb 8, 2021 by Renée · This post may contain affiliate links · 12 Comments

    Gluten-Free Breakfast Cookies

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    These soft and chewy gluten-free breakfast cookies with orange and cranberry are perfect for when you want something sweet, but also something healthy that won't spike your blood sugar and will satisfy your craving.

    Vertical title text image of gluten-free cookies on a plate with oranges, almonds, and cranberries.

    I don't post many gluten-free recipes here on my blog. Since I'm fortunate that I (or anyone else in my family) doesn't have a gluten intolerance, gluten-free baking is not something I spend a lot of time on.

    However, I do know that bringing gluten-free options is important, so I hope you'll enjoy this gluten-free breakfast cookie recipe.

    Even if you're not gluten intolerant, I know you'll still appreciate these breakfast cookies for their undeniable orange and cranberry flavor and chewy texture.

    **Please Note - The printable recipe card with detailed instructions, complete ingredient measurements, and nutritional information for making gluten-free breakfast cookies with orange and cranberry is available at the end of this post. OR you can hit the "jump to recipe" button above to be taken directly to the recipe. 

    Vertical title text photo of gluten-free breakfast cookies on a plate the oranges and almonds.

    About this recipe:

    I found (and adapted) this recipe from a cookbook I was fortunate enough to receive called "Lose Weight By Eating - 130 Amazing Clean-Eating Recipe Makeovers For Guilt-Free Comfort Food by Audrey Johns.

    Audrey's recipe can be found on page 32 of her cookbook, and is named "Giant Breakfast Cookies."

    I stuck to Audrey's original recipe pretty closely except that I substituted a gluten-free flour for the all-purpose flour she called for, and added some almond flour.  

    I also substituted coconut palm sugar for the called for packed brown sugar.

    The only other thing I changed, was where her recipe called for ⅓ cup water, I substituted fresh squeezed orange juice; because if you're going to go to the effort of using the zest of a fresh orange, why not utilize the juice as well?

    A horizontal photo of the inside of a gluten-free breakfast cookie with almonds and cranberries.

    The ingredient list:

    **Note - The following lists of ingredients plus kitchen tools and equipment contain affiliate links (highlighted in blue) for your consideration and shopping convenience. #CommissionsEarned

    • gluten-free flour
    • almond flour
    • baking soda
    • orange zest and juice
    • salt
    • butter (I use salted)
    • coconut sugar
    • egg
    • pure vanilla extract
    • applesauce
    • oatmeal
    • dried cranberries
    • almonds

    Kitchen tools and equipment needed:

    • stand mixer or hand mixer
    • large mixing bowl
    • whisk
    • zester
    • measuring cups and spoons
    • spatula
    • cookie scoop
    • baking sheets
    • cooling racks
    • parchment paper
    • baking spray

    How to make gluten-free breakfast cookies with cranberry and orange:

    • In a large bowl, stir together the gluten-free flour, almond flour. baking soda, orange zest, and salt.
    • In the bowl of a stand mixer or another large bowl with a hand mixer, add softened butter, coconut sugar, egg, and vanilla.
    How to make gluten free cookies
    • Blend until combined and then blend in the applesauce and fresh orange juice.
    Mixing gluten free orange cranberry cookies
    • Once incorporated, slowly blend in the flour mixture and oatmeal.
    Making gluten free orange cranberry cookies
    • Use a wooden spoon or spatula to stir in dried cranberries and chopped raw almonds.
    Healthy orange cranberry cookies
    • Use a large ice cream scoop to scoop the cookie dough out onto parchment-lined baking sheets.
    • Flatten the cookies to approximately ½" with the back of a spatula that has been sprayed with baking spray.
    • Bake in a 350-degree preheated oven for 25-30 minutes.
    • Cool and enjoy!
    Baking gluten free orange cranberry cookies
    Vertical title text collage image of gluten-free breakfast cookies

    Can these cookies be frozen?

    Yes.

    Store them in an air-tight freezer container for up to 3 months.

    Can I leave the nuts out of this recipe?

    You sure can!

    Can the cranberries be substituted or left out of this recipe?

    Feel free to leave them out entirely if you're not a fan, or substitute them with raisins, dried blueberries, dried cherries, or any other of your favorite dried fruits.

    Want more gluten-free cookie recipes?

    Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies -  Minimalist Baker

    The Best Chewy Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies - My Gluten-Free Kitchen

    Gluten-Free Double Chocolate Chunk Cookies - Eat Good 4 Life

    Canadian Honey Drop Gluten-Free Cookies - Baking and Boys

    Maple Glazed Chai Spice Shortbread Cookies - In Johnna's Kitchen

    Gluten-Free Chocolate Brownie Cookies - Bakerita

    Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cookies - Amy in the Kitchen

    A closeup vertical photo of the inside of a gluten-free breakfast cookie with cranberries and almonds.

    Below is the printable recipe card along with the exact ingredient measurements and nutritional information for making today's gluten-free breakfast cookies.

    Gluten-Free Breakfast Cookies

    Renee Goerger
    These soft and chewy gluten-free breakfast cookies with orange and cranberry are perfect for when you want something sweet, but also something healthy that won't spike your blood sugar and will satisfy your craving.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Total Time 35 mins
    Course gluten-free
    Cuisine breakfast
    Servings 24
    Calories 91 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • ½ cup gluten-free flour
    • ¼ cup almond flour
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 1 tablespoon orange zest
    • 2 tablespoons salted butter softened
    • ½ cup coconut sugar
    • 1 egg
    • 1½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
    • ½ cup applesauce
    • 2 cups rolled oats
    • ½ cup dried cranberries
    • ¼ cup raw almonds chopped

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 350-degrees.
    • In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, almond flour, baking soda, orange zest, and salt. Set aside.
    • In a large bowl with a hand mixer, or using a stand mixer, whip the butter and coconut sugar for 2 minutes on high speed.
    • Add the egg, vanilla, orange juice, and applesauce to the butter and sugar mixture and blend to combine.
    • Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
    • Add the oatmeal, cranberries, and almonds to the batter and stir well.
    • Use a large cookie scoop to drop rounded scoops of batter onto parchment-lined baking sheets, and flatten the cookies with the back of a spatula.
    • Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for approximately 25-30 minutes until golden in color around the edges.
    • Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2Calories: 91kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 88mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7g
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    I sincerely hope you've enjoyed this sweet gluten-free breakfast recipe as much as I've enjoyed bringing it to you.

    Overhead photo of gluten-free breakfast cookies on a plate with orange slices, almonds, and dried cranberries.

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    Comments

    1. Lori says

      April 06, 2020 at 8:20 pm

      Hi,
      I would like to know if the amount of orange juice needed for theses cookies is just whatever juice comes out of the one orange that I got the orange zest from?
      Thank you and looking forward to making them after I know the juice amount 🙂

      Reply
    2. Jenn says

      February 19, 2020 at 12:21 pm

      I have everything on hand to make these right now! So excited!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        February 26, 2020 at 7:10 am

        Awesome, Jenn. Enjoy!

        Reply
    3. Michelle Palin says

      August 18, 2016 at 1:08 pm

      I bet these taste amazing! They'd make a yummy after school treat too!
      Thanks for mentioning my chocolate chip cookies too!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        August 18, 2016 at 4:26 pm

        My pleasure, Michelle 🙂

        Reply
    4. Michelle De La Cerda says

      June 24, 2016 at 1:19 am

      Great idea with adding the fresh squeezed orange juice instead of water. Breakfast cookies are just a fun breakfast food.

      Reply
    5. Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      June 23, 2016 at 10:11 pm

      Cranberry and orange is such an amazing flavor combo! These look great!

      Reply
    6. Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      June 23, 2016 at 9:11 pm

      These cookies look great and I love the flavor combo of orange, cranberry and almonds!

      Reply
    7. Sandi (@fearless_dining) says

      June 23, 2016 at 1:16 pm

      I love the orange zest in this recipe. So glad I am gluten free so I can enjoy these.

      Reply
    8. annie says

      June 23, 2016 at 11:51 am

      These cookies look so moist and delicious! I just love the flavors here!

      Reply
    9. Jessica - The Novice Chef says

      June 23, 2016 at 11:08 am

      Orange and Cranberry is one of my favorite combos! Need to give these are try!

      Reply
    10. Laura at I Heart Naptime says

      June 23, 2016 at 11:04 am

      These look delicious! We've been gluten-free for 12 years, and I love expanding our breakfast choices.

      Reply

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