Description
Quick and healthy 3-Ingredient Oatmeal Cookies made with mashed bananas, almond butter, and rolled oats. These vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free cookies are perfect for a guilt-free treat or snack. Add optional mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts for extra flavor!
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe bananas, mashed
- ½ cup almond butter or peanut butter
- 1½ cups rolled oats
Optional Additions: - ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- ⅓ cup chocolate chips or raisins
- ¼ cup chopped nuts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas and mix them with almond butter until smooth.
- Stir in the rolled oats until fully combined. Add any optional ingredients if desired.
- Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet and flatten slightly with the back of a spoon.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the cookies are set and lightly golden.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Notes
- For a sweeter cookie, add chocolate chips or raisins.
- The texture of the cookies can be adjusted by adding more oats for firmness or reducing them for softness.
- Use gluten-free oats if you’re ensuring the cookies are gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
