Description
Enjoy these guilt-free healthy cookies made with no added sugar, perfect for a wholesome snack. Sweetened naturally with ripe bananas and enhanced with oats, cinnamon, and optional dark chocolate chunks or nuts, these cookies are easy to make and deliciously satisfying.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 cups oats (instant oats can be used but may affect texture)
- 1/4 cup almond milk (or any milk alternative like oat or soy milk)
- 1 cup dark chocolate chunks (e.g., Lily’s brand for sugar-free option)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Optional Ingredients
- 1/4 cup raisins or nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) to create that perfect baking temperature for golden cookies.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas with the unsweetened applesauce until smooth and well blended.
- Add Flavorings: Stir in the vanilla extract and ground cinnamon, releasing delightful aromas that will fill your kitchen.
- Incorporate Oats: Gently fold in the oats, ensuring they are completely mixed with the banana mixture.
- Add Milk and Extras: Add the almond milk for moisture, then incorporate any optional raisins or nuts and dark chocolate chunks.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to keep your cookies from sticking.
- Shape Cookies: Use a spoon to drop cookie portions onto the baking sheet, flattening them slightly for even baking.
- Bake: Place the sheet in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the cookies feel firm and are lightly golden brown.
- Cool: Once baked, let the cookies cool on the sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a sugar-free option, choose dark chocolate chunks labeled as sugar-free, such as Lily’s brand.
- Instant oats can be used but may alter the cookie texture slightly.
- You can substitute almond milk with any other milk alternative like oat or soy milk.
- Optional raisins or nuts add texture and flavor, but cookies are delicious without them as well.
- Ensure bananas are very ripe for the best natural sweetness.
- Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- These cookies are naturally sweetened and suitable as a healthier snack alternative.
