Banana Oatmeal Cookies
Banana Oatmeal Cookies are a delightful and wholesome treat that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with hearty oats, creating a perfect blend of chewy and crispy textures. Ideal for snack time, breakfast, or a sweet dessert, these cookies are easy to whip up and can be customized with your favorite add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or as a satisfying treat throughout the day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Add rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, vanilla extract, salt, and cinnamon to the banana mixture; stir until well combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown at the edges.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added texture and flavor, consider including chopped nuts or chocolate chips. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days or freeze individually wrapped for longer storage.