Description
Soft, chewy chocolate chip cookies made with wholesome ingredients like oats, bananas, and almond flour. Naturally sweetened and packed with nutrition, these cookies are perfect for kids, snacks, or guilt-free dessert.
Ingredients
🛒 Ingredients (for ~24 cookies):
Dry Ingredients:
1 ½ cups rolled oats
1 cup almond flour (or whole wheat flour)
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
2 ripe bananas, mashed
¼ cup natural nut butter (almond or peanut)
¼ cup coconut oil, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins:
½ cup dark chocolate chips (or sugar-free chocolate chips)
Optional: 2 tablespoons chopped nuts or seeds
Instructions
📝 Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine oats, almond flour, baking soda, and salt.
Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl, mash bananas until smooth. Stir in nut butter, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
Step 4: Combine
Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until a soft dough forms. Stir in chocolate chips and optional nuts.
Step 5: Shape Cookies
Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to form dough balls and place them 2 inches apart on the baking sheet. Flatten slightly with your hand.
Step 6: Bake
Bake for 12–15 minutes until edges are golden and centers are set. Cool on the baking sheet 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Soft Cookies: Don’t overbake; cookies continue to set as they cool.
- Banana Tip: Very ripe bananas make the cookies naturally sweeter.
- Variations: Add cinnamon, shredded coconut, or protein powder for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Snack
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American