Banana Oatmeal Cookies
These Banana Oatmeal Cookies are soft and chewy with natural sweetness from bananas. A healthy treat that’s easy to make with a baked or no-bake option.
Ingredients
- 2 bananas (riper the better)
- 1 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp chocolate chips (optional, but highly recommended)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the Dough: In a medium bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add the rolled oats and cinnamon, and stir until well combined. If you’re using chocolate chips, fold them in now.
- Shape the Cookies: Scoop about 1-2 tablespoons of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Use the back of a spoon or your fingers to gently flatten each cookie into your desired shape.
- Bake: Pop the cookies into the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the cookies are firm to the touch.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy warm or store for later!
Notes
Tips and Variations:
- Add-Ins: Feel free to customize your cookies! Try adding a handful of chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or dried fruit for extra texture and flavor.
- Storage: Keep these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to a week. They also freeze well for up to 2 months!
- Kid-Friendly: Get the little ones involved in mashing the bananas and shaping the cookies—it’s a fun and easy recipe for all ages.