Description
These Healthy Banana Bread Cookies Without Flour are soft, chewy, and made with just 3 simple ingredients! Naturally sweetened with bananas, packed with oats, and held together with creamy peanut butter, they’re the perfect gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan snack. Whip up a batch in just 15 minutes for a delicious, guilt-free treat!
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 cups rolled oats (or quick oats)
- ½ cup natural peanut butter (or any nut/seed butter)
Optional Add-ins (for extra flavor)
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon or nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add the peanut butter and mix until combined. Stir in the oats and any optional add-ins. Mix well to form a sticky dough.
Scoop small portions of dough (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet and flatten them slightly into cookie shapes.
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are firm and slightly golden.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack. Enjoy warm or store for later!
Notes
- For a nut-free version, use sunflower seed butter or tahini instead of peanut butter.
- For a crunchier texture, bake for 2 extra minutes.
- For a softer cookie, use quick oats instead of rolled oats.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days or in the fridge for 5 days.
- Freeze for up to 3 months and thaw at room temperature before eating.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American