Description
Banana Breakfast Cookies are a wholesome, naturally sweet treat that’s perfect for busy mornings, after-school snacks, or a quick post-workout bite. Made with ripe bananas, oats, and simple pantry ingredients, these cookies are soft, filling, and easy to customize. They’re lightly sweet, satisfying, and come together fast with no mixer required, making them a favorite for meal prep and healthy snacking.
Ingredients
- 3 medium bananas, mashed
- 2 cups quick cooking oats
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
- ⅓ cup applesauce
- ¼ cup milk or almond milk
- ¼ cup raisins
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Optional: ⅛ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, mix all ingredients until fully combined.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough onto the pan.
- Gently flatten each cookie with a fork.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- Serve warm or at room temperature for breakfast or snacks.
- Pair with yogurt, fruit, or a smoothie for a complete breakfast.
- Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- For longer storage, freeze cookies up to 2 months and thaw overnight in the fridge.