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Chewy Banana Oatmeal Cookies

Delicious and healthy cookies made with ripe bananas and oats, perfect for a quick breakfast or a sweet treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces ripe bananas Use super ripe bananas for maximum sweetness.
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter or almond butter Experiment with different nut butters.
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup Maple syrup can be used for a vegan option.
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • optional chocolate chips or nuts Add for extra flavor and texture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas thoroughly.
  3. Add the rolled oats, peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt to the bowl. Mix until well combined.
  4. If desired, fold in chocolate chips or nuts for extra yumminess.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
Baking
  1. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  2. Let cool before serving.

Notes

Cookies can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for about a week or frozen for up to three months. Reheat in the microwave or let thaw at room temperature before serving.