A guilt-free treat made with wholesome ingredients—no refined sugar, no flour, just pure deliciousness!
Ingredients:
✔ 3 ripe bananas, mashed
✔ ⅓ cup applesauce
✔ 2 cups oats
✔ ¼ cup almond milk
✔ ¼ cup raisins or nuts
✔ 1 cup dark chocolate chunks (Lily’s brand is a great choice!)
✔ 1 tsp vanilla extract
✔ 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat Oven – Set to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Mash Bananas – In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
3️⃣ Mix Wet Ingredients – Stir in applesauce, almond milk, vanilla, and cinnamon.
4️⃣ Add Oats – Mix until evenly coated with the wet ingredients.
5️⃣ Fold in Extras – Gently fold in dark chocolate chunks and raisins/nuts.
6️⃣ Form Cookies – Drop spoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet.
7️⃣ Bake – Bake for 12–15 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
8️⃣ Cool & Enjoy – Let cool for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
⏱ Prep Time: 5 mins
⏱ Cook Time: 15 mins
⏱ Total Time: 20 mins
🍽 Servings: About 12 cookies
Variations to Try:
🔹 Nut Butter Boost – Add 1 tbsp peanut or almond butter for extra creaminess.
🔹 Tropical Twist – Swap raisins for dried coconut or chopped dried pineapple.
🔹 Berry Bliss – Replace chocolate chips with dried cranberries or blueberries.
🔹 Extra Crunch – Add chia seeds or flaxseeds for texture and nutrition.
Tips for Perfect Cookies:
✔ Use very ripe bananas – The riper, the sweeter!
✔ For extra chewiness, let the dough rest for 5 minutes before baking.
✔ Make them chunkier by using whole rolled oats instead of quick oats.
✔ Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for later!
These cookies are a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth while keeping it healthy. Enjoy! 🍪