Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Deliciously chewy and naturally sweetened Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies made with wholesome ingredients like ripe bananas, almond butter, and rolled oats. These cookies are packed with texture from walnuts and melty chocolate chips, perfect for a healthy snack or breakfast treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: 22-25 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert/Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large ripe bananas, mashed (approx 3/4 cup mashed)
- 1/2 cup almond butter (can substitute peanut butter)
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and well incorporated.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, stir together the rolled oats, salt, cinnamon (if using), chocolate chips, and chopped walnuts to evenly distribute all components.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until everything is just combined, forming a thick, slightly chunky batter.
- Scoop and Shape Cookies: Use a cookie scoop to place portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Gently press down on each cookie with your hands to slightly flatten them for even baking.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown. Remove from oven and allow the cookies to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, substitute almond butter with sunflower seed butter and replace walnuts with seeds of choice.
- Ensure bananas are very ripe for maximum sweetness and moisture.
- To make these cookies vegan and gluten-free, confirm the oats are certified gluten-free and use pure maple syrup.
- Storage: Keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Optional add-ins include raisins, shredded coconut, or dried cranberries for added flavor variations.
Keywords: banana cookies, oatmeal cookies, healthy cookies, gluten free cookies, vegan cookies, chocolate chip cookies, almond butter cookies, snack recipes
