Description
These healthy banana oatmeal cookies are a guilt-free treat made with naturally sweet ripe bananas, wholesome oats, and minimal sugar. They’re easy to make, chewy, and perfect for snacking or post-workout bites.
Ingredients
2 ripe bananas
1 cup rolled oats
1 large egg
1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt
Optional add-ins: 1/2 cup chocolate chips, 1/4 cup chopped nuts
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth
Add egg and mix well
Stir in honey or maple syrup and vanilla extract
Mix in rolled oats, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt
If using, fold in chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden and set
Let cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack
Notes
Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.
For a gluten-free version, use certified gluten-free rolled oats.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg