Description
Banana Oat Cookies are a scrumptious and nutritious option for breakfast or a snack, combining the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with hearty oats. These cookies are not only vegan and gluten-free but also free from refined sugars, making them an ideal choice for health-conscious eaters. With their chewy texture and delightful flavor, they can be enjoyed on their own or paired with fruits and nut butters for added taste. Quick to prepare and bake, these cookies can be ready in under 20 minutes, ensuring you have a wholesome treat at any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups quick oats
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large ripe bananas (mashed)
- 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 peanut butter, vanilla extract, and mashed bananas; mix until thoroughly combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips gently.
- Drop tablespoon-sized scoops onto the baking sheet and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 14-17 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg