Description
A delightful, chewier version of classic cookies with a healthier twist using oats, bananas, and natural sweeteners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mash the banana and mix in honey (or maple syrup), melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, stir together rolled oats, whole wheat flour, and baking powder.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until well combined. Fold in chocolate chips if using.
- Scoop the dough using a tablespoon and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown around the edges.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Don’t overmix the dough; adjust sweetness to taste. Using parchment paper prevents sticking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg