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Banana Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

Banana Oatmeal Cookies Recipe
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These Banana Oatmeal Cookies are a delicious and wholesome treat that’s perfect for breakfast or a snack. Made with ripe bananas, oats, and a hint of cinnamon, these soft and chewy cookies are easy to make and even easier to enjoy.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients:

  • 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup quick oats
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix wet ingredients: Add the mashed bananas, egg, and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the oats, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in the optional raisins or chocolate chips and nuts.
  6. Bake: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  7. Cool: Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a healthier version, reduce the sugar or replace it with maple syrup.
  • These cookies freeze well for meal prep or lunchbox treats.

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