Deliciously Soft Banana Oat Cookies You’ll Love to Make

Try these Banana Oat Cookies for a quick and nutritious dessert that keeps the guilt at bay.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 12

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 27

Servings: 12 cookies

Course: Dessert Recipes

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cookie Base

2 ripe bananas They bring natural sweetness and help bind the cookies together.
1 cup rolled oats A hearty base full of fiber.
½ cup almond butter Adds creaminess and protein.
¼ cup honey Natural sweetener; maple syrup works as a vegan alternative.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract Elevates all the flavors.

For the Baking and Flavoring

½ teaspoon baking powder Helps cookies rise.
½ teaspoon cinnamon Offers warmth and spice.

Optional Add-ins

¼ cup chocolate chips Adds decadence; swap for nuts or dried fruits.

Equipment

baking sheet
mixing bowl
spatula
fork or potato masher

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Banana Oat Cookies

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
Combine the oats, almond butter, honey, vanilla, baking powder, and cinnamon with the mashed bananas.
Fold in the optional chocolate chips.
Drop tablespoon portions onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown.
Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 60mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for up to 10 days.

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