Pin It Soft, chewy cookies made with ripe bananas, oats, and chocolate chips—naturally sweetened and deliciously simple.
I first made these cookies for a weekend brunch and everyone loved their chewy texture and banana flavor. They have become a favorite treat for busy afternoons.
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe bananas: mashed
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil: or melted butter
- 2 cups rolled oats:
- 1/4 teaspoon salt:
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon: optional
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips:
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mash Bananas:
- In a large bowl, mash bananas until smooth. Stir in coconut oil.
- Add Dry Ingredients:
- Add oats, cinnamon (if using), and salt. Mix until combined.
- Fold in Mix-ins:
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Form Cookies:
- Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheet, flattening with back of spoon.
- Bake:
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until cookies are set and lightly golden on edges.
- Cool:
- Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
Pin It My kids love helping mash the bananas and scoop the dough, making these cookies a true family baking moment.
Required Tools
Mixing bowl, fork or potato masher, baking sheet, parchment paper, spoon or cookie scoop.
Allergen Information
Contains oats. Check for gluten-free oats if sensitive. Chocolate chips may contain traces of dairy or soy—always verify packaging.
Nutritional Information (per cookie)
Calories: 105, Total Fat: 4 g, Carbohydrates: 18 g, Protein: 2 g
Pin It Enjoy these cookies warm out of the oven, or pack them up for a healthy snack any time of day.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → Can I use gluten-free oats?
Yes, gluten-free oats work well to accommodate dietary restrictions while maintaining texture and flavor.
- → How can I make a dairy-free version?
Substitute coconut oil or dairy-free butter and use dairy-free chocolate chips to keep it free of dairy.
- → What is the best way to mash bananas?
Use a fork or potato masher to mash bananas until smooth for a consistent batter texture.
- → Can I add nuts or dried fruit?
Absolutely, chopped nuts or dried fruits can be folded in for added texture and flavor variations.
- → How long should these be baked?
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12 to 15 minutes until edges are lightly golden and the treats are set.
- → How should I store these treats?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days to keep them fresh.