Homemade Banana Cookies Recipe

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These soft, chewy banana cookies are naturally sweetened, flourless, and full of wholesome ingredients like oats, bananas, and nuts. They’re perfect as a healthy snack, breakfast on the go, or a guilt-free dessert. No refined sugar, butter, or oil—just deliciousness in every bite!

Ingredients For Homemade Banana Cookies Recipe

  • 2 large ripe bananas (mashed)

  • 1½ cups rolled oats

  • ½ cup almond meal or ground almonds

  • ¼ cup chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts work great)

  • ¼ cup shredded coconut (optional)

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • ¼ tsp salt

  • ¼ cup dark chocolate chips or raisins (optional)

 Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

  2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.

  3. Add oats, almond meal, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well.

  4. Fold in nuts, shredded coconut, and chocolate chips or raisins if using.

  5. Let the mixture sit for 5–10 minutes to absorb moisture.

  6. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough per cookie and shape into rounds.

  7. Place on baking tray and slightly flatten them.

  8. Bake for 15–18 minutes or until golden brown.

  9. Let cool for a few minutes before enjoying!

 Servings:

  • Makes about 10–12 cookies

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie

 Nutritional Info (Per Cookie – Approximate):

  • Calories: 110

  • Protein: 2g

  • Carbohydrates: 15g

  • Sugar: 5g (natural from banana)

  • Fiber: 2g

  • Fat: 4g

 Health Benefits:

  • Bananas: High in potassium, fiber, and natural sweetness.

  • Oats: Great for digestion, heart health, and sustained energy.

  • Almonds/Nuts: Provide healthy fats, protein, and vitamin E.

  • No refined sugar: Sweetened with bananas and optional fruit.

 Notes & Tips:

  • Use extra ripe bananas for better sweetness and moisture.

  • For crunchier cookies, bake 2–3 minutes longer.

  • Store in an airtight container at room temp for 3 days or refrigerate up to 1 week.

  • Freeze-friendly! Just thaw and enjoy.

Q & A:

Q: Can I make them gluten-free?
A: Yes! Just use certified gluten-free oats.

Q: Can I skip the nuts?
A: Absolutely. You can omit them or substitute with seeds like sunflower or pumpkin.

Q: Can I add protein powder?
A: Yes, add 1 scoop and reduce the oats slightly to keep the texture balanced.

Q: Are these suitable for kids?
A: Totally! They’re soft, nutritious, and free of refined sugar—great for lunchboxes.

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