Banana Oatmeal Cookies with Cashew Butter and Dark Chocolate Chips Recipe
These Banana Oatmeal Cookies are a wholesome and naturally sweet treat, combining ripe bananas, nut butter, and oats for a soft, chewy texture. Packed with flaxseeds, nuts, and dark chocolate chips, they offer a delightful balance of nutrition and indulgence. Perfect as a healthy snack or breakfast-on-the-go, and easily adaptable to vegan and gluten-free diets.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: 22-25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 2 large ripe bananas, mashed (about ¾ cup)
- ½ cup cashew butter (or almond/peanut butter)
- 2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
- ¼ cup ground flaxseeds
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips
- ⅓ cup pecans, chopped (or walnuts)
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Stir in the cashew butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the rolled oats, ground flaxseeds, salt, cinnamon (if using), dark chocolate chips, and chopped pecans. Mix these dry ingredients thoroughly to distribute evenly.
- Shape & Bake: Add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until fully incorporated. Scoop spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet and flatten each slightly with the back of the spoon or your fingers to form cookie shapes.
- Bake & Cool: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack or serving.
Notes
- You can substitute cashew butter with almond or peanut butter based on preference or allergies.
- For a vegan version, replace honey with maple syrup.
- Use gluten-free oats if you require a gluten-free cookie.
- Optionally, add ½ tsp cinnamon for a warm, spiced flavor.
- Dark chocolate chips and nuts add texture and richness, but can be omitted or swapped for dried fruit.
- Allow cookies to cool completely to firm up and avoid breaking.
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