Description

Banana Oatmeal Cookies are a healthy, chewy, and flavorful treat made with ripe bananas, oats, and a touch of cinnamon. These cookies are naturally sweetened and packed with nutrients, making them a great option for breakfast, snacks, or a guilt-free dessert.

Ingredients

2 ripe bananas, mashed

1 1/2 cups rolled oats

1/2 cup almond flour (or all-purpose flour)

1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (optional, for extra sweetness)

1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

1/4 tsp salt

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

1/4 cup raisins or dried cranberries (optional)

1/4 cup chocolate chips or nuts (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. The riper the bananas, the sweeter the cookies will be.
Add the rolled oats, almond flour (or regular flour), cinnamon, and salt to the bowl. Stir until everything is well combined.
Stir in the vanilla extract and honey or maple syrup (if using). Mix until fully incorporated.
Fold in any optional mix-ins like raisins, chocolate chips, or nuts.
Form dough balls using a spoon or cookie scoop and place them on the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each ball with the back of a spoon to form cookie shapes.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden around the edges and set in the center.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a spicier twist, add a pinch of nutmeg or ginger to the dough.

Substitute almond flour with oat flour or all-purpose flour for a slightly different texture.

For a vegan version, use maple syrup and dairy-free chocolate chips.

To make the cookies crispier, flatten the dough balls more and bake them for a couple of extra minutes.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 120
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 40mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg