Description
These Banana Oatmeal Cookies are a delicious and wholesome treat that are perfect for breakfast or as a snack. Made with ripe bananas, oats, and a touch of honey, these cookies are easy to make and even easier to enjoy!
Ingredients
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Banana Oatmeal Cookies:
- 3 overripe bananas (about 1 1/4 cups mashed banana)
- 2 Tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups quick cooking oats
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or other add-ins like shredded coconut, dried cranberries, raisins, etc.
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper, set aside.
- Mash bananas: In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas.
- Add wet ingredients: Add honey, egg, and vanilla; stir to combine.
- Add dry ingredients: Add oats, cinnamon, and sea salt; stir until combined.
- Add mix-ins: If desired, add mix-ins and stir until evenly distributed.
- Portion dough: Use a measuring spoon or cookie scoop to measure portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes until set and lightly browned.
- Cool: Let cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve: Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Ingredient Substitutions: Make sure to use ripe bananas, and feel free to substitute sweeteners and mix-ins to suit your preferences.
- Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature, in the fridge, or freezer for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
