Save Soft, chewy cookies made with ripe bananas, oats, and chocolate chips—naturally sweetened and deliciously simple.
I remember making these cookies for the first time after spotting a few overripe bananas on the kitchen counter and looking for a treat that felt wholesome and easy. The aroma in the kitchen makes them irresistible as they bake.
Ingredients
- Ripe bananas: 2 large, mashed
- Coconut oil: 2 tablespoons (or melted butter)
- Rolled oats: 2 cups
- Ground cinnamon: 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
- Chocolate chips: 1/2 cup semi-sweet
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mash bananas:
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth and stir in the coconut oil.
- Combine dry ingredients:
- Add oats, cinnamon (if using), and salt. Mix until combined.
- Add chocolate chips:
- Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
- Shape cookies:
- Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet and flatten slightly with a spoon.
- Bake cookies:
- Bake for 12<15 minutes until set and lightly golden on the edges.
- Cool:
- Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Save These cookies are a family favorite for last-minute dessert cravings, and kids love helping mash bananas and dropping dough onto the tray—everyone lines up for a warm cookie fresh from the oven.
Required Tools
Mixing bowl, fork or potato masher, baking sheet, parchment paper, spoon or cookie scoop
Allergen Information
Contains oats (check for gluten-free certification if sensitive), contains chocolate (may contain traces of dairy or soy—verify packaging), cookies can be made dairy-free by using appropriate chocolate chips, always check ingredient labels for allergens
Nutritional Information (per cookie)
Calories: 105, Total Fat: 4 g, Carbohydrates: 18 g, Protein: 2 g
Save Enjoy these cookies as a snack, dessert, or even a quick breakfast treat. Their wholesome simplicity makes them perfect for sharing.
Recipe Help & FAQs
- → What ingredient makes these treats naturally sweet?
Ripe bananas contribute natural sweetness, reducing the need for added sugar.
- → How can I make them dairy-free?
Use dairy-free chocolate chips and substitute butter with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
- → Can I add other mix-ins?
Yes, chopped nuts or dried fruit can be added to enhance texture and flavor.
- → What is the recommended baking time?
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers are set.
- → How should I store these baked goods?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days to maintain freshness.