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Healthy Banana Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

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These Healthy Banana Oatmeal Cookies are a simple, nutritious treat perfect for a quick snack or a wholesome dessert. Made with ripe bananas, quick oats, and crunchy walnuts, they offer a naturally sweet, fiber-rich option that’s free from added sugars and refined flours. Ready in just 25 minutes, these cookies are an easy, guilt-free delight for the whole family.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked quick oats
  • 1/4 cup crushed walnuts

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 medium ripe bananas (mashed)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a baking sheet by spraying it with non-stick cooking spray or lining it with a Silpat to prevent the cookies from sticking.
  2. Mix Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the mashed ripe bananas and quick oats. Stir gently until they are integrated. Then fold in the crushed walnuts evenly throughout the mixture.
  3. Shape Cookies: Using a tablespoon, scoop out portions of the dough mixture and place them spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet. This will allow the cookies room to spread slightly during baking.
  4. Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until they are set and lightly golden on top. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free option, ensure the oats are certified gluten-free.
  • You can substitute walnuts with other nuts like pecans or almonds, or leave them out for a nut-free variation.
  • These cookies are naturally sweetened by bananas, so no added sugar is necessary.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • Make sure bananas are very ripe for the best natural sweetness and softer texture.