Description
These Banana Oat Cookies are a wholesome, delicious snack perfect for any time of day. Made with simple, natural ingredients like ripe bananas, rolled oats, and peanut butter, they are naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup. This healthy cookie recipe is quick to prepare, baked to a soft and chewy perfection, and can be customized with chocolate chips and nuts for added texture and flavor.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional Add-ins
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking and to ensure even baking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Add the rolled oats, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture. Stir everything together until the oats are evenly distributed and the dough forms a consistent batter.
- Incorporate Optional Mix-ins: If desired, fold in the chocolate chips and chopped nuts gently to distribute them throughout the dough without overmixing.
- Shape Cookies: Drop tablespoon-sized portions of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, making sure to space each one about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookie edges are lightly golden brown, indicating they are fully cooked.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use maple syrup instead of honey and ensure peanut butter is free from animal products.
- You can substitute peanut butter with almond butter or any nut butter of your choice.
- Oats can be varied between rolled oats or quick oats, but rolled oats provide better texture.
- Add cinnamon or nutmeg for extra flavor if desired.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
