Description
These Healthy Banana Oatmeal Cookies are a simple, wholesome treat combining ripe bananas, quick oats, and crunchy walnuts. Naturally sweetened with bananas and free from refined sugar, these cookies offer a nutritious snack perfect for any time of day.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 medium ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup uncooked quick oats
- 1/4 cup crushed walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a non-stick cookie sheet by spraying it with cooking spray or lining it with a Silpat to prevent sticking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed ripe bananas and quick oats. Gently fold in the crushed walnuts to evenly distribute them without overmixing.
- Form Cookies: Using a tablespoon, scoop portions of the mixture and place them spaced apart on the prepared cookie sheet. This helps cookies bake evenly without spreading too much.
- Bake: Place the cookie sheet in the oven and bake for 15 minutes or until the cookies are set and lightly golden around the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Makes approximately 16 cookies.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, you can pulse the oats in a food processor before mixing.
- Feel free to substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds for different nutty flavors.
- These cookies are naturally sweetened with bananas and contain no added sugars, making them suitable for a health-conscious snack.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: banana oatmeal cookies, healthy cookies, no added sugar cookies, walnut cookies, quick cookies, healthy snacks
