Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Cookies Recipe
These Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Cookies are a quick and nutritious treat made with natural peanut butter, almond butter, and ripe bananas. Naturally sweetened and gluten-free, they are perfect for a guilt-free snack or dessert that comes together in just 15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 10 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter*
- 2 tablespoons all natural almond butter (or swap for peanut butter)*
- 1 small banana, mashed until no clumps remain
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup (optional)
Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of sea salt (optional)
Optional Toppings
- 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips
- Unsweetened shredded coconut
- Hemp seeds
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the cookies.
- Mash Banana: In a large bowl, mash the banana thoroughly until there are no lumps remaining, creating a smooth base for the dough.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the natural peanut butter, almond butter, and ground cinnamon to the mashed banana. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Form Dough Ball: Continue mixing until the dough comes together into one cohesive ball, making sure nothing sticks to the sides of the bowl.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make clean-up easier.
- Shape Cookies: Roll or scoop the dough into 10 equal balls. Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet. Press each ball down lightly with a fork to flatten into cookie shapes.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the undersides are lightly browned.
- Finish and Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven, sprinkle with sea salt if using, and let them cool completely on the baking sheet before enjoying.
Notes
- Use natural, unsweetened peanut and almond butters for the healthiest option.
- The maple syrup is optional and adds a hint of sweetness if desired.
- Optional toppings like mini dark chocolate chips, shredded coconut, or hemp seeds add texture and flavor.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- This recipe is gluten-free and can be made vegan by ensuring the nut butters are free from animal products.
