Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large ripe bananas, mashed (approx 3/4 cup mashed)
- 1/2 cup almond butter (can substitute peanut butter)
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas thoroughly. Add the almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla bean paste, stirring until fully combined into a smooth mixture.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the rolled oats, salt, cinnamon (if using), chocolate chips, and chopped walnuts. Mix these ingredients well to ensure even distribution.
- Combine Mixtures: Add the wet banana mixture to the dry oat mixture and stir together until all ingredients are well incorporated into a sticky dough.
- Shape Cookies: Use a cookie scoop to portion the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Gently press down each cookie with your hands to slightly flatten them for even baking.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes or until they turn golden brown around the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Substitute almond butter with peanut butter if preferred or due to allergies.
- Use gluten-free rolled oats to make the recipe gluten-free.
- Optional cinnamon adds warmth and depth but can be omitted.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- For extra chewiness, slightly underbake the cookies and allow them to set as they cool.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free