Ridiculously Healthy Banana Oatmeal Cookies
Indulge guilt-free with these Ridiculously Healthy Banana Oatmeal Cookies—a wholesome treat that's as easy to make as it is delicious! Made with just a handful of natural ingredients, including ripe bananas, hearty rolled oats, and a hint of ground cinnamon, these soft and chewy cookies are naturally sweetened and packed with fiber. Each bite is enhanced with dark chocolate chips for a touch of decadence and optional crunchy walnuts for added texture. Perfect as a quick breakfast, a midday snack, or a healthy dessert, these cookies require only 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes in the oven. They're gluten-free, dairy-free, and irresistibly satisfying. Enjoy them fresh or store them for a convenient grab-and-go treat throughout the week!
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces ripe bananas
- 1.5 cups rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup dark chocolate chips
- 0.25 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth and creamy.
Step 3
Add the rolled oats, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and sea salt to the mashed bananas. Mix until well combined and the oats are evenly coated.
Step 4
Fold in the dark chocolate chips and chopped walnuts (if using) to the mixture.
Step 5
Scoop out heaping tablespoons of the mixture and shape them into small cookies. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are golden and firm to the touch.
Step 7
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 8
Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (455.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1181.1 |
| Total Fat 47.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.7g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 586.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 173.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 26.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 54.4g | |
| Protein 32.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 164.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1830.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories