These Nutty Banana Oat Cookies are the perfect healthy snack or breakfast treat! Made with ripe bananas, wholesome oats, and crunchy nuts, these cookies are naturally sweetened, flourless, and packed with fiber. They’re soft, chewy, and incredibly easy to make with just one bowl and 5 simple ingredients!
🍌🥜 Dietary Notes: Vegan, gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and oil-free!
Contents
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- 🍪 Only 5 ingredients & 1 bowl needed!
- 🥜 Naturally sweetened with ripe bananas.
- 🌱 Vegan, gluten-free, and packed with fiber.
- ⏱️ Quick & easy—ready in just 20 minutes!
Nutty Banana Oat Cookies
Soft, chewy, and healthy banana oat cookies made with crunchy nuts and naturally sweetened.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Fork or potato masher
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
- 🍌 2 large ripe bananas mashed
- 🌾 1 1/2 cups rolled oats gluten-free if needed
- 🥜 1/2 cup chopped nuts walnuts, pecans, or almonds
- 🍯 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey optional for extra sweetness
- 🥄 1 teaspoon cinnamon optional
- 🧂 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mash the Bananas:
- In a large mixing bowl, mash bananas until smooth.
Mix Ingredients:
- Stir in oats, chopped nuts, maple syrup, cinnamon, and sea salt until well combined.
Form Cookies:
- Scoop small portions (about 2 tablespoons each) and shape them into cookies.
- Place them on the baking sheet, flattening slightly.
Bake:
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden.
Cool & Serve:
- Let cool for 5 minutes before enjoying!
Notes
- 🍫 Add-ins: Mix in dark chocolate chips or dried fruit for extra flavor.
- 🥜 Nut-Free Option: Use sunflower or pumpkin seeds instead of nuts.
- ❄️ Storage: Store in an airtight container for 3 days or freeze for 3 months.
- 🍯 Extra Sweetness: If your bananas aren’t super ripe, add an extra tablespoon of maple syrup.
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These Nutty Banana Oat Cookies are a wholesome, guilt-free treat you’ll love!
Try them today and let us know how they turned out! 🍌🥜🍪✨
