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Banana Oatmeal Cookies

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Banana Oatmeal Cookies are a delicious and wholesome treat that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the heartiness of oats. These soft, chewy cookies are easy to make, require just a few ingredients, and are perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a healthier dessert. With the goodness of oats, bananas, and a touch of cinnamon, these cookies are not only tasty but also packed with fiber and nutrients.

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter or almond butter (optional, for added richness)
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (optional, for extra sweetness)
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional, for added crunch)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Mash the bananas: In a medium bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth and creamy. You can leave a few small chunks for texture if you prefer.
  3. Mix the ingredients: Add the oats, peanut butter (or almond butter), honey (or maple syrup), cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt to the mashed bananas. Stir until everything is well combined. If you’re adding raisins, chocolate chips, or nuts, fold them into the dough.
  4. Form the cookies: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Gently flatten each cookie with the back of the spoon to shape them.
  5. Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown around the edges and firm to the touch. They will continue to firm up as they cool.
  6. Cool and serve: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Add chocolate chips: Stir in 1/4 cup of chocolate chips for a sweeter, more indulgent treat. You can use dark chocolate, milk chocolate, or dairy-free chips for a vegan option.Nuts and seeds: Add 1/4 cup of chopped nuts (like walnuts, almonds, or pecans) or seeds (like chia or flax) for extra crunch and healthy fats.Dried fruit: Add raisins, dried cranberries, or dried apricots for a chewy and slightly tangy addition to the cookies.Make them spiced: Add 1/4 tsp of nutmeg, ginger, or cardamom to give the cookies a warm, spiced flavor that pairs well with the banana.Vegan version: Make these cookies vegan by using maple syrup instead of honey and ensuring the oats and any mix-ins (like chocolate chips) are dairy-free.

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