Description
Delicious and wholesome cookies made with peanut butter and ripe bananas, perfect for a cozy snack.
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
- Optional mix-ins: 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mash the ripe bananas until mostly smooth in a large bowl.
- Add the peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), egg, and vanilla to the mashed banana. Stir until well combined.
- Whisk together the oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a smaller bowl.
- Fold the dry mix into the wet mixture. If using chocolate chips or nuts, gently stir them in now.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly with the back of a spoon.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are set and tops are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use ripe bananas for optimal sweetness and moisture. Don’t overbake, as the cookies should remain soft.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American