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Banana Oatmeal Cookies

Warm, simple, and flavorful cookies made with ripe bananas and rolled oats. Perfect for snacks, lunch boxes, or a quick breakfast.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Use very ripe bananas for better sweetness.
  • 1 cup rolled oats Rolled oats provide the best texture.
  • pinch salt
  • optional spices cinnamon Add a little if desired.
  • optional tablespoons chocolate chips or chopped nuts Fold in for added flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a bowl until smooth.
  3. Stir in the rolled oats until you have a thick batter.
  4. Add a pinch of salt and cinnamon, if desired. Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if you like.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of batter onto the prepared baking sheet and press them down slightly.
Baking
  1. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the edges turn light golden.
  2. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then move to a wire rack to finish cooling.

Notes

Store cookies in a covered container at room temperature for 2 to 3 days, or in the fridge for up to a week. They can be frozen in a sealed bag for up to 2 months.