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Home » Recipe » Chewy Trail Mix Oatmeal Cookies

Chewy Trail Mix Oatmeal Cookies

Published on December 16, 2016 by Elizabeth Atia 128 Comments
Last Updated on January 28, 2019

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Chewy Trail Mix Oatmeal Cookies

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Trail Mix Oatmeal Cookies

I am an adventurer at heart, I truly am. As a child I could always be found in the forests of the Canadian wilderness, exploring every tree nook and cranny, always wondering what was on the other side of the next hill.

That childhood curiosity hasn’t left me and now I enjoy taking my family along with me on adventures. We pack up the car with provisions and head out to the hills, or the cliffs, to see what fun we can get up to.

I live on a tiny island archipelago in the middle of the North Sea measuring only 80 miles from tip to tip and 35 miles wide. As a family we’ve explored quite a bit of our island home except for one area, which I have been reluctant to take my small children to, until now…

The volcanic cliffs of Eshaness, Shetland Islands

The volcanic cliffs at Eshaness, on the north west mainland of Shetland, are one of my favourite places on our islands. Before I had children I did a spot of rock climbing in this area, basking like a lizard on the sun-warmed lava rocks, climbing my first (and only!) natural chimney, and learning how to abseil. Exhilarating.

Then I had children. The issue of gravity, and whether or not I lived or died, became somewhat important, so I sold my climbing gear and settled down into a reasonably safe life of child-rearing.

My younger two children are now nearly 8 and nearly 10, respectively, and so I thought this was as good a time as ever to take them on an adventure to Eshaness. I wanted them to see these stunning cliffs for themselves, and to experience Da Grind o’da Navir, one of the most powerful storm beaches in the world. I sold it to them as ‘real life Minecraft’. No, I doubt we’d see any creepers, but you never know.

Home Made Trail Mix

So, the day before our planned road trip adventure to Eshaness I whipped up a batch of home made trail mix.

Every true adventurer knows that home made trail mix is a key component of outdoor refuelling. Portable, nutritious, tasty and with loads of slow release carbohydrates to keep you going for hours it can be tailored to your liking (you will never, ever, find dried banana in mine!).

The thing is though, trail mix can be kind of messy for kids (and there’s the choking issue of whole nuts), so I whizzed up some of the trail mix in my blender and stirred it into a chewy oatmeal cookie base for them. My youngest son even helped me mix the dough. Win!

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I find that these cookies taste even better the next day. On the first day they’re hard and crunchy but come day two they’re soft, chewy and oh so incredibly moreish, and they stay that way for a good week, if kept in an airtight container. Perfect for stuffing into pockets and taking on adventures.

Chewy Trail Mix Oatmeal Cookies

Eshaness has one of the highest energy coastlines in the world. Its stacks, blowholes and geos (small inlets) have been formed by the force of the North Atlantic.

350-400 million years ago the Shetland Islands were part of a large supercontinent located near the equator, an area of intense volcanic activity.

The volcanic cliffs of Eshaness, Shetland Islands

Do you see those layers in the first cliff in the foreground? Those are layers of lava and volcanic ash as eruption followed eruption. This area cuts through the flank of the volcano, and its geology is absolutely stunning.

Well it is for me. The kids weren’t that impressed, to be honest!

Nearby lies the ruined Broch of Houlland, a Pictish structure dating back approximately 2000 years. Beside that there is a stone causeway leading to a tiny island, a causeway my children insisted they had to bravely cross. It took a few attempts for them to overcome their fear of landing head first in the loch, but they both did it!

Stone causeway across the loch of Houlland, Eshaness, Shetland

Chewy Trail Mix Oatmeal Cookies

Afterwards we passed by the Holes of Scraada, a collapsed sea cave in the middle of the vast fields and stopped for a cookie break before carrying on to da Grind o’da Navir.

Da Grind o'da Navir, Eshaness, Shetland

This is a remarkable area formed by the fierce storms of the North Atlantic. Huge blocks of volcanic rock have been thrown up by the sea through a breach in the line of cliffs which opens up into a natural amphitheatre. The stones you see above are 15 metres above sea level, and they have been thrown there by the sea for up to 180 feet.

If there ever was a rejuvenating Zelda-esque fairy pool here in Shetland this little body of water in the amphitheatre would be it, I am sure.

The kids thought that this was the Best. Place. Ever. Ever!

Da Grind o'da Navir, Eshaness, Shetland

Here we stopped for a spot of lunch with the sun warming the rocks and the cliffs protecting us from the cool breeze. You know when you have those days with all of the happy? Those days where everything has gone according to plan and you just sit there with a full belly and a content heart?

That.

It really was the best day ever. It definitely ranks up there as one of our best family adventures yet.

Chewy Trail Mix Oatmeal Cookies

Chewy Trail Mix Oatmeal Cookies

What’s your favourite outdoor adventure refuelling recipe? Do you have a favourite granola bar, trail mix or cookie? Let me know in the comments! If you’re looking for more travel-inspired recipes do visit the Volkswagen Pinterest community board – Food Bloggers for Volkswagen.

Chewy Trail Mix Oatmeal Cookies

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Chewy Trail Mix Oatmeal Cookies

Home made trail mix forms the base of this delicious and chewy oatmeal cookie - perfect fuel for adventuring.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Author: Elizabeth

Ingredients

for the trail mix

  • 1.5 parts mixed nuts almonds, cashews, walnuts, hazelnuts
  • 1 part mixed seeds sunflower, pumpkin, coconut shavings
  • 1 part mixed dried fruit raisins, apricots, apple rings
  • 0.5 part sweet stuff dark chocolate, popcorn, marshmallows

for the cookies

  • 170 grams plain flour
  • 115 grams caster sugar
  • 90 grams light brown muscovado sugar
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp bicarbonate of soda
  • 90 grams white vegetable fat
  • 75 grams porridge oats
  • 80 grams home made trail mix finely chopped
  • 1 large freerange egg
  • 2 tbsp full fat milk or dairy free option
  • 1/2 tsp Madagascar bourbon vanilla bean paste
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Instructions 

  • To make your trail mix use a scoop and measure out the required parts of each component. Store in an airtight container and consume within one week.
  • Preheat oven to 180 C/ 160 C fan/ 350 F. Lightly grease two cookie sheets or line them with silicone baking mats.
  • Combine the flour, sugars, spices, salt, baking powder and bicarbonate of soda in a large bowl.
  • Rub the vegetable fat into the mixture with your fingertips until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
  • Add the porridge oats and the finely chopped trail mix and stir to combine.
  • Whisk together the egg, milk and vanilla and add to the dry ingredients. Stir well to make the cookie dough.
  • Pinch off bits of dough about the size of a walnut and roll into a ball. Place on the prepared cookie sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes, until golden.
  • Leave to cool for five minutes on the cookie sheets before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • The cookies will keep for up to a week in an airtight container. They also freeze well.

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Eshaness Lighthouse, Shetland Islands

Eshaness lighthouse from da grind o’da navir, Shetland Islands

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Comments

  1. Sophie's Nursery says

    May 16, 2017 at 3:14 pm

    These look & sound divine!! Really lovely to read a story to go with your recipe too 🙂

    Reply
  2. Heather Haigh says

    March 10, 2017 at 7:44 am

    Great recipe for packing on our days out, must have a go at these.

    Reply
  3. Candace says

    December 29, 2016 at 2:13 am

    Oh wow. The scenery is just truly spectacular and the cookies looks so tasty too

    Reply
  4. Camilla says

    December 27, 2016 at 9:22 pm

    Wow those views are so stunning, you really are lucky to be surrounded by such awesome scenery! Your Trail Mix Cookies sound like the perfect energy boost for a day of exploring with the kids!

    Reply
  5. Daphne Goh says

    December 25, 2016 at 1:14 pm

    The landscapes in your photos look absolutely stunning and picture perfect. Healthy and delicious cookies plus adventure, what a fantastic trip.

    Reply
  6. Carol Cassara says

    December 21, 2016 at 6:38 pm

    Trail mix! What a brilliant idea! I wouldn’t mind giving this a try, I’m sure my husband will enjoy having this while he’s watching his favorite shows!

    Reply
  7. TColeman says

    December 21, 2016 at 3:17 pm

    These look so delicious! Oatmeal cookies are one of my favorites.

    Reply
  8. Sondra Barker says

    December 21, 2016 at 6:26 am

    These cookies look so warming and yummy! The cliffs are breathtaking as well!

    Reply
  9. Elizabeth O. says

    December 21, 2016 at 6:13 am

    This looks so good! I love chewy cookies and so do my kids! This recipe is definitely a keeper and it’s perfect for keep your full in between meals!

    Reply
  10. WhatLauraLoves says

    December 21, 2016 at 2:47 am

    Ooh these sound (and look!!) absolutely delicious! I love oaty biscuits to begin with but all of the additions makes them seem even tastier! Xxx

    Reply
  11. Jill Conyers says

    December 21, 2016 at 1:03 am

    I love trail mix cookies. I have a few recipes packed full of my favorite trail mix ingredients.

    Reply
  12. Hey Sharonoox says

    December 21, 2016 at 12:57 am

    Great post! Love to read both adventure and food all in one post. The pictures looks amazing and the cookies delicious.

    Reply
  13. Debra @ Traveling Well For Less says

    December 20, 2016 at 11:45 pm

    LOVE the structure of this post. How you weaved in a story with your cookie recipe. And that lunch box, TO DIE FOR!

    Reply
  14. dena jayne says

    December 20, 2016 at 9:44 pm

    These look like such a healthy snack! I love nuts! Looks like you had a good time xo

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  15. Ana De- Jesus says

    December 20, 2016 at 1:56 pm

    This really does look like the best family adventure trip ever! Those oatmeal cookies look divine but most of all the photos are spellbinding.

    Reply
  16. KatrinaJeanCarter says

    December 20, 2016 at 9:41 am

    OMG…Chewy, Oatmeal, and Trail mixes are some of my favorite things. To put them all in a cookie is AMAZING! Thank you for sharing I will certainly give it a try 🙂

    Reply
  17. Jackie Taylor says

    December 20, 2016 at 9:11 am

    Those cookies look so good! Thank you for sharing the recipe 🙂

    Reply
  18. Wendy Polisi says

    December 20, 2016 at 8:08 am

    Fantastic! Christmas is not complete without these fantastic cookies! It looks good!

    Reply
  19. My Teen Guide says

    December 20, 2016 at 8:05 am

    This is looks fantastic! I’ll make this on Christmas eve!

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  20. Davena Ma says

    December 20, 2016 at 6:24 am

    Loved your photos, and story of a lovely day! We went for ” a picnic by mistake” one day when the kids were little, and so we understand the opposite kind of event!

    Reply
  21. Wren says

    December 20, 2016 at 4:46 am

    Those pictures look amazing. I will have to give them a try really soon. I love your photos, seems like quiet the adventure.

    Reply
  22. Heidi J Fowler says

    December 20, 2016 at 4:44 am

    Those cookies look fantastic, and wow! You live in such a beautiful place!

    Reply
  23. michelle says

    December 20, 2016 at 3:14 am

    Wow! What a great idea! Love the photos by the way.

    Reply
  24. Isaly Holland says

    December 20, 2016 at 1:20 am

    The cookies look amazing! I love the detail of the recipe and the photos you posted.

    xoxo
    Isaly Holland
    http://www.memoriesbyisaly.com

    Reply
  25. Chloe says

    December 20, 2016 at 12:25 am

    I can’t wait to try these cookies! And those cliffs look incredible, I can’t believe it is from volcanic stuff! Nature is amazing!

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  26. AMANDA says

    December 19, 2016 at 11:45 pm

    Looks delicious!!

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  27. The London Mum says

    December 19, 2016 at 10:45 pm

    Those cookies look amazingly delicious! Perfect for a days adventuring!

    Reply
  28. Angela Tolsma says

    December 19, 2016 at 9:28 pm

    WOW this place looks stunning!!

    Reply
  29. Mihaela Echols says

    December 19, 2016 at 9:17 pm

    Well hello beautiful. These cookies look so amazing!!!!

    Reply
  30. Viktoria Brzeska says

    December 19, 2016 at 8:42 pm

    These photos are amazing! I want to join to this view and eat your cookies! I must try your recipe after christmas :)!

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  31. solange says

    December 19, 2016 at 6:20 pm

    Such a good initiative from VW gives us the opportunity to dream of places far far away :))
    thanks for sharing

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  32. Amber Myers says

    December 19, 2016 at 5:18 pm

    These cookies look so delicious! I need to add them to my list of ones to make!

    Reply
  33. Jacqui Odell says

    December 19, 2016 at 3:49 pm

    These cookies sound so yummy! It’s even better that they are chewy.

    Reply
  34. Evelina says

    December 19, 2016 at 2:52 pm

    You make all the recipes look so delicious and easy to make! Every time I read your blog I want to start cooking.
    Cookies look absolutely yummy.

    Reply
  35. Brigette says

    December 19, 2016 at 2:05 pm

    This recipe sounds AMAZING! I will bef be saving this!

    Reply
  36. Leah LS says

    December 19, 2016 at 12:10 pm

    These are my type of cookies – I prefer nutty and fruity to chocolate to be honest. Thanks for the recipe – I find cookies easier to make than cakes so I will give this a go in the new year x

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  37. Elodie says

    December 19, 2016 at 11:55 am

    These cookies look amazing and perfect for a little snack while out on an adventure!

    Next time, can I come with you all?

    – Elodie x

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  38. Cristina L. says

    December 19, 2016 at 11:31 am

    Those cookies looks so delicious, and the box in the photos is amazing. I love boxes and now I want one like that as well.

    Reply
  39. Emily says

    December 19, 2016 at 11:23 am

    Wow, you live in a truly stunning part of the world. It looks like it’s just begging you to explore. With kids in tow I find snacks can make or break a day of adventures – those cookies sound perfect for keeping their energy levels topped up.

    Reply
  40. Tanya Brannan says

    December 19, 2016 at 10:47 am

    I love oatmeal cookies – they are my favourite kind, and these sound fantastic with the mix of spices and trail mix. I do like a good blend of fruit and nuts in them, so this is a fantastic idea. Will be trying them out soon! xx

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  41. Meghan says

    December 19, 2016 at 10:44 am

    These cookies look absolutely delicious!! Thanks for sharing the recipe!!

    Reply
  42. kirsty-rose says

    December 19, 2016 at 9:32 am

    These look absolutely amazing! I am definitely going to pin these for later! Also, I love how you did not just share a recipe but you shared a whole story. it is such a good idea and definitely one that I should try!

    Reply
  43. Candice Nikeia says

    December 18, 2016 at 11:38 pm

    Do you take your own pictures – they are absolutely beautiful! These cookies look so delicious! I love how easy they are to make and how they are heathy!

    Reply
    • Elizabeth says

      December 19, 2016 at 8:51 am

      I do all my own photography, yes, thank you for your kind words! 😀

      Reply
  44. Jodie says

    December 18, 2016 at 11:28 pm

    I wish I could bake. The recipe looks simple though and delicious! Lovely pictures too, thanks so much for sharing! x

    Reply
    • Elizabeth says

      December 19, 2016 at 8:51 am

      If you can read you can bake. 😉 You just need to follow the instructions – I bet you’d be impressed with your skills, and they only get better with practise!

      Reply
  45. Baby Isabella says

    December 18, 2016 at 11:23 pm

    These trail mix cookies sound delicious and it looks like you went on quite an adventure! Love your photography:)

    Reply
    • Elizabeth says

      December 19, 2016 at 8:52 am

      Thank you 🙂 It was a rather fantastic day, for sure!

      Reply
  46. Hannah says

    December 18, 2016 at 10:16 pm

    I’ve never tried these, they do look very good, especially for christmas x

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 19, 2016 at 8:53 am

      They’re a new and original recipe by me, so I’d be surprised if you saw them anywhere else before. 😉

      Reply
  47. Sam | Ahead of Thyme says

    December 18, 2016 at 9:51 pm

    These look delicious!! And using trail mix is so creative, can’t wait to try it!

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 19, 2016 at 8:54 am

      Thank you Sam! I thought it was a rather clever idea too 🙂

      Reply
  48. Neli @ Delicious Meets Healthy says

    December 18, 2016 at 9:09 pm

    What a great recipe for trail mix cookies! Love the idea, they are perfect for traveling! And those pictures – they are simply gorgeous!

    Reply
    • Elizabeth says

      December 19, 2016 at 8:55 am

      Aw thank you for your lovely comment! Much appreciated 🙂

      Reply
  49. Melissa Major says

    December 18, 2016 at 7:26 pm

    Not made cookies in ages, these cookies look amazing! I need to start baking again

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 19, 2016 at 8:55 am

      Definitely. Cookie making needs to be a regular thing! 😀

      Reply
  50. Katie says

    December 18, 2016 at 4:05 pm

    Such a great post! I loved reading about your adventure. Fab cookies too. I’d love to go to Shetland one day.

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 19, 2016 at 8:56 am

      Do come and visit! It can be rather good fun up here 🙂

      Reply
  51. Claire says

    December 18, 2016 at 2:55 pm

    Oh my, these look absolutely scrumptious! I *love* oaty cookies.

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 19, 2016 at 8:56 am

      Thanks Claire, me too! 😀

      Reply
  52. francesca says

    December 18, 2016 at 12:42 pm

    wow these look and sound irresistible!! They would definitely make for great little baked goods gifts this christmas too!

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 19, 2016 at 9:07 am

      Thanks Francesca, they certainly would! 🙂

      Reply
  53. Stella says

    December 18, 2016 at 9:07 am

    These cookies sound amazing. I would love to snack on them.

    Reply
    • Elizabeth says

      December 19, 2016 at 9:09 am

      Thanks Stella 🙂

      Reply
  54. Nicola Cassidy says

    December 17, 2016 at 11:21 pm

    This is a fabulous post. Love the background to your adventuring, your pictures and setting – it’s really stunning – so like the Northern Irish coast too with it’s cliffs and causeways and all combined with a recipe too. I would never eat trail mix, but I would these cookies. Great work.

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 19, 2016 at 9:10 am

      Thanks Nicola 🙂 Really glad you’ve enjoyed my post and I might have tempted you to give Trail Mix a go, even if it’s hidden in a cookie!

      Reply
  55. Ickle Pickle says

    December 17, 2016 at 11:11 pm

    I love your posts and wonderful photos. The cookies look absolutely delicious. Kaz x

    Reply
    • Elizabeth says

      December 19, 2016 at 9:10 am

      Thank you! 😀 Hope you have a fantastic Christmas and New Year!

      Reply
  56. Rachel says

    December 17, 2016 at 10:25 pm

    If you could package some up for me and get them posted id be forever greatful! They look just incredible x

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 19, 2016 at 9:11 am

      Haha! They’d never last long enough to get packaged – my family love them! You’ll just have to follow my recipe and make a batch for yourself. 🙂

      Reply
  57. Sally - My Custard Pie says

    December 17, 2016 at 6:48 pm

    I absolutely loved going on that adventure with you … via this post. The recipe is excellent too. Loved the background about the rock formations. Living here in the UAE I’ve seen some amazing geology. That fairy pool though… beam me up

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 17, 2016 at 7:36 pm

      Oh thank you for your lovely comment! It’s comments like these that keep me blogging 🙂 Isn’t that a crackin’ fairy pool? Would LOVE to visit the UAE one day. One day, definitely. 🙂

      Reply
  58. J @ Bless Her Heart Y'all says

    December 17, 2016 at 5:06 pm

    Two of the best things combined! I love this idea! The cookies look awesome!

    Reply
    • Elizabeth says

      December 17, 2016 at 7:36 pm

      Thank you! 😀

      Reply
  59. Lisa @garlicandzest.com says

    December 17, 2016 at 3:33 pm

    I just love your adventures — and that trail mix. Mine never looks like that. I never thought to use it for cookies! Brilliant!

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 17, 2016 at 7:38 pm

      Aw thank you! I just whipped up what I had in my cupboard for my trail mix (I detest dried papaya and banana so that will never feature!). So simple to make – what do you put in yours?

      Reply
  60. MyCookingSecrets.com | Krystallia Giamouridou says

    December 17, 2016 at 3:14 pm

    Wow! Beautiful landscape… Loved both the pics and the cookies recipe. It is ideal to have a treat containing fiber and dried fruits while been in nature and descovering new places. It helps you a lot by providing so much energy! I like the fact that you baked them yourself, you seem such a caring mom! Thanks for sharing the recipe…

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 17, 2016 at 7:43 pm

      Thank you 🙂 I do try my best, although I’m sure my children would disagree!

      Reply
  61. Nadia says

    December 17, 2016 at 1:48 pm

    It’s so nice to be able to go out on adventures exploring nature! I’m desperate to move out of the city and live closer to nature. It was a good idea making oatmeal cookies from the trial mix. They look absolutely delicious 😀 I often find homemade cookies taste better the next day 🙂

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  62. Agata says

    December 17, 2016 at 1:26 pm

    They sound like perfect cookies to me! Something to recreate one day soon. Thank you.

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  63. Kavey says

    December 17, 2016 at 1:05 pm

    So good to have a tasty and healthy snack to enjoy when out and about in an adventure. Oats are great to keep your energy levels up too. Love all your photos so much!

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 19, 2016 at 9:12 am

      Aw thanks Kavey! Glad you liked my post, and I agree – oats are a great source of fuel for adventuring! 🙂

      Reply
  64. Ren Behan says

    December 17, 2016 at 12:06 pm

    What a truly wonderful part of the world to bring up your children – your photos are breathtaking! I love how you’ve blitzed up the trail mix to go into the cookies – such a neat idea for a portable energy fix.

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 17, 2016 at 12:11 pm

      I forget sometimes just how amazing this place is. It’s good to go out every now and again and remind ourselves how lucky we are. 🙂 Cookies also help!

      Reply
  65. Just Jo says

    December 17, 2016 at 11:10 am

    What an absolutely beautiful post – to read and to look at. The cookies look amazing but I am eyeing you r camper van tin up with envy lol. One day me and Hungry Hubby will buy a camper van and travel the UK in it – that’s the dream anyway. I may well take your cookies with us!

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 17, 2016 at 12:19 pm

      Aw thank you so much for your kind words! I really do appreciate it. I was gifted the tin – it’s from a German website – nostalgic-art.de You should definitely take a trip up to Shetland – it’s one of Britain’s best kept secrets, I think! 🙂

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  66. Choclette says

    December 17, 2016 at 10:44 am

    Now that is my kind of adventure. Your pictures are just stunning. Lucky kids I say. Those are my kind of cookies too. I normally whip up a batch of flapjacks for our adventures, but I might just make some of these next time.

    Oh for more of those days where everything melds into a wonderful whole.

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 17, 2016 at 12:20 pm

      Aw thank you! My kids always grumble and moan at first when I suggest we go on an adventure, and then they always have such a fantastic time. It’s great to get out exploring when the weather is fine. I’ll have to try one of your flapjack recipes – that’s something I’ve not managed to perfect yet. I’m needing inspiration!

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  67. Sarah | Boo Roo and Tigger Too says

    December 17, 2016 at 10:06 am

    I need to make some of them cookies for our next day out, yum, yum.

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 17, 2016 at 12:21 pm

      They are really rather tasty – and leftover trail mix tastes quite nice sprinkled over yogurt for breakfast too!

      Reply
  68. Jemma @ Celery and Cupcakes says

    December 17, 2016 at 10:04 am

    These look really lovely. I love the idea of putting a trail mix into a cookie.

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 17, 2016 at 12:21 pm

      Thanks Jemma 🙂 I like that it makes the nuts a bit smaller for the kids – no choking hazard while on the move!

      Reply
  69. Beth @ Twinderelmo says

    December 17, 2016 at 9:49 am

    What an utterly stunning place you live and I can’t believe how small it is – wow!
    I love that you’ve made adventure suitable snacks – you are the coolest mom ever!!

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 17, 2016 at 12:24 pm

      It is just a tiny rock in the middle of a big ocean, our home! Now, can you tell my kids that I’m a cool Mum because they won’t believe me. 😉

      Reply
  70. Jovita @ Yummy Addiction says

    December 17, 2016 at 9:43 am

    Love the beautiful nature pics and the cookies! Love the idea of adding trail mix to the cookies 🙂

    Reply
    • Elizabeth says

      December 17, 2016 at 12:25 pm

      Thanks Jovita 🙂 Glad you like my post, thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  71. Kate @ Veggie Desserts says

    December 17, 2016 at 9:29 am

    Oh I just loved reading this post! Your spirit of adventure is infectious and I want to go on a family travel now. Inspired idea to turn trail mix into cookies, too!

    Reply
    • Elizabeth says

      December 17, 2016 at 12:26 pm

      Aw thank you Kate! You’ve made me smile on this dark, dreary winter’s morning!

      Reply
  72. Angela - Patisserie Makes Perfect says

    December 17, 2016 at 1:22 am

    These cookies look amazing and so does your exploration! I’ve never been to Shetland, but it is on my ever expanding list.

    I absolutely love trail mix and I could just chomp on that, but cookies? Yes please!

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 17, 2016 at 12:27 pm

      Thanks Angela 🙂 You should come and visit some time – you’ll love it here!

      Reply
  73. BloggerMummyLauren says

    December 16, 2016 at 11:32 pm

    Oh wow, what a place to explore! It looks amazing where you live, I’m sure that’s a wonderful adventure for the kids. Beautiful shots, and the cookies look delicious too.

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 17, 2016 at 12:29 pm

      It is a pretty magical place, that’s for sure. 🙂 Glad you like the look of my cookies, and thanks for taking the time to leave a comment, I really do appreciate it.

      Reply
  74. Milly Youngman says

    December 16, 2016 at 10:48 pm

    These sound delicious – the perfect snack for explorers of any age!

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 17, 2016 at 12:30 pm

      Thanks Milly, I agree! I might have eaten a good percentage of these cookies myself, lol!

      Reply
  75. Newcastle Family Life says

    December 16, 2016 at 10:13 pm

    Oh wow what an adventure, such beautiful photos. Those cookies look and sound delicious, perfect for taking on an adventure xx

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 17, 2016 at 12:30 pm

      Thank you 🙂

      Reply
  76. Sarah Bailey says

    December 16, 2016 at 9:53 pm

    What a brilliant idea to blend up the trail mix and add them to oatmeal cookies! They sound delicious and an easy way for the kids to be able to get the extra nutrition without the choking hazard of the nuts. Your pictures of your adventure are breathtaking!

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 17, 2016 at 12:37 pm

      Thanks Sarah, yes there is that aspect to it as well, for sure. Glad you enjoyed my post!

      Reply
  77. Nayna Kanabar says

    December 16, 2016 at 9:45 pm

    What a beautiful place you live in. The adventure sounds amazing as do the cookies which look delectable.

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 17, 2016 at 12:40 pm

      Thanks Nazima, yes we’re quite lucky really, to live here! Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment, much appreciated 🙂

      Reply
  78. Anosa says

    December 16, 2016 at 9:31 pm

    I have taking oat meal cookies with me when I am traveling away from home. These look real delicious and sounds like you guys are real adventurers

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 17, 2016 at 12:41 pm

      I ate SO many oat based treats while on my epic bikepacking trip this summer. Oats really do provide lasting fuel, and with the added boost of brown sugar and the trail mix I think it’s a winning combination.

      Reply
  79. Lyndsey O'Halloran says

    December 16, 2016 at 8:20 pm

    Cookies are great for any occasion! If I could drive I’d definitely take them on an adventure!

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 17, 2016 at 12:42 pm

      They’re great for walking adventures too! 🙂

      Reply
  80. Rhian Westbury says

    December 16, 2016 at 5:27 pm

    I love oatmeal cookies, I tend to make a batch quite often as I don’t feel quite as guilty eating them as I do with chocolate ones x

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 17, 2016 at 12:43 pm

      I know what you mean! There’s something more healthy with eating oats over chocolate! 🙂

      Reply
  81. Sharon Parry says

    December 16, 2016 at 5:20 pm

    I’m with you on the geology of this stunning place – totally fascinating. Your pictures are amazing – as are the biscuits I have to say! I’d love to go on one of your days out!

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 17, 2016 at 12:44 pm

      Aw thanks Sharon! So glad you’ve enjoyed my post! You’re more than welcome to tag along any time – the more the merrier! 😀

      Reply
  82. MELANIE EDJOURIAN says

    December 16, 2016 at 4:54 pm

    I must admit these look amazing, they are so my sort of thing. I’m drooling at the moment, wonder if I could make them too. It looks like the adventuring trip was fun it looks beautiful there.

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 17, 2016 at 12:44 pm

      You could definitely make them too – they’re really simple to make, and the best thing is you can tailor the trail mix to your liking! 🙂

      Reply
  83. Dean of Little Steps says

    December 16, 2016 at 4:41 pm

    I love oatmeal cookies and yours look really good! And beautiful views and photos. It does look like a great day/family adventure.

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 17, 2016 at 12:45 pm

      Thanks Dean, it definitely is a special place. One of my favourites on Shetland, and good cookies just added to the experience! 🙂

      Reply
  84. Stephanie Merry says

    December 16, 2016 at 3:43 pm

    These look delicious! I haven’t made cookies in forever, might have to make these this weekend x

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 17, 2016 at 12:46 pm

      Definitely give them a go, and go on a grand adventure too – then tell me all about it! 🙂

      Reply
  85. Janie says

    December 16, 2016 at 2:42 pm

    OH WOW!!! Please can you take me there when we come and visit? I feel it’ll be a very fitting journey too driving all the way up there in my campervan!!!
    As far as energy treats go, muffins are always a winner or there’s a flapjeck recipe on my site that is beyond awesome. I must remember to make a batch before setting off to Scotland!
    Janie x

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    • Elizabeth says

      December 16, 2016 at 3:07 pm

      Absolutely definitely! We are so going on an adventure there. I know all the best places too – you’ll LOVE it 😀

      Reply
  86. Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry says

    December 16, 2016 at 2:37 pm

    Oh my gosh, you make me want to rent a lovely old Volkswagen, bundle my kids up and go for an epic adventure (probably in the cornwall area), along with a whole bunch of cookies and a camera.

    Reply
    • Elizabeth says

      December 16, 2016 at 3:07 pm

      Go for it! Cookies, camera and adventuring can’t be beat. 🙂

      Reply

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