Description
Indulge in the delightful flavor of Healthy Banana Oatmeal Cookies! These chewy, wholesome treats combine ripe bananas and rolled oats to create a naturally sweet snack that’s perfect for breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Stir in the peanut butter and honey (or maple syrup) until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined. If desired, fold in chocolate chips or nuts.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute peanut butter with almond butter for a nut-free option. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days. These cookies can also be frozen for up to three months—just thaw before enjoying!