Description
Banana Oat Cookies are a wholesome and delightful treat perfect for breakfast or a snack. These easy-to-make cookies take just 20 minutes from start to finish, making them an ideal choice for busy days. Packed with nutritious ingredients like ripe bananas and oats, they cater to various dietary needs, being vegan, gluten-free, and refined-sugar free. Whether enjoyed warm right out of the oven or paired with your favorite nut butter, these cookies offer a satisfying blend of flavor and nutrition. Customize them with your favorite mix-ins such as nuts or chocolate chips to create a personalized snack that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups quick oats
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large ripe bananas (mashed)
- Optional: ¼ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine quick oats, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add creamy peanut butter, vanilla extract, and mashed bananas. Mix until combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the baking sheet and slightly flatten each scoop.
- Bake for 14-17 minutes, until edges are golden brown. Let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 72
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg