Healthy Banana Oat Cookies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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3 very ripe bananas (roughly 1¼ cups when mashed)
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2 tablespoons honey or pure maple syrup
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1½ cups quick-cooking oats
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
→ Optional Mix-ins
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½ cup chocolate chips, shredded coconut, dried cranberries, or raisins
# Instructions:
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Heat your oven to 350°F and line a couple of baking sheets with parchment paper. Set them aside for later.
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In a large mixing bowl, mash those overripe bananas until they're nice and smooth. Don't worry about getting every single lump out.
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Stir in the honey, egg, and vanilla extract until everything is well combined and looks cohesive.
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Fold in the oats, cinnamon, and sea salt, stirring gently until the mixture comes together nicely.
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If you're using chocolate chips or other goodies, fold them in now until they're evenly distributed throughout the dough.
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Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop portions of dough onto your prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
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Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the tops look set and the bottoms are just lightly golden brown.
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Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature!
# Notes:
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These wholesome cookies make a perfect breakfast treat, afternoon snack, or guilt-free dessert option.
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Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days, refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze for up to 2 months.
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Make sure your bananas are super ripe and sweet - the more spotted, the better for natural sweetness!
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You can substitute the egg with a flax egg or egg replacer to make these completely vegan-friendly.
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The cinnamon is essential for that perfect warm, cozy flavor - don't skip it!