Description
These healthy 3-ingredient banana oatmeal cookies are simple, delicious, and perfect for a vegan diet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup (100g) of uncooked quick oats
- 1/4 cup (30g) crushed walnuts
Instructions
- Scoop & Shape Dough: Start by scooping the dough into balls. Use your hands to roll them gently and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. You want them to hold their shape, so do not rush this part. If they are too sticky, you might end up with a messy situation instead of cute cookies.
- Preheat & Bake: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. Once you have shaped your cookies, bake them until they look golden around the edges but still soft in the center. Trust the timing here; taking them out too soon can lead to raw dough, while overbaking can dry them out.
- Cool & Enjoy: After removing them from the oven, let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes. They will firm up as they cool, giving you that satisfying texture. If you try to move them too quickly, they might fall apart, so patience is key.
Notes
- Storage Tips: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage. Wrap tight before freezing and thaw or heat in microwave before eating.
- Expert Tips: Ensure your bananas are very ripe for maximum sweetness and moisture. If your cookies are too dry, using very ripe bananas can make a big difference in moisture level. When you notice your cookies spreading too much while baking, chilling the dough for about 10 minutes might help firm it up. If the cookie dough feels crumbly, adding a little more mashed banana can help bring it together.
- Reheating Instructions: If cookies are frozen, reheat them in the microwave for about 15-20 seconds before enjoying.
- Serving Suggestions: Pair with a cup of tea or coffee. Serve with yogurt for breakfast. Top with a drizzle of honey before serving.
- Recipe Variations: You can add chocolate chips for a sweeter version or incorporate cinnamon or pumpkin spice for added warmth. Mixing in diced apples can provide additional texture. Substituting walnuts with almonds or raisins is also an option.
- Ingredient Notes: Select bananas that are very ripe for best results. You can substitute quick oats with rolled oats, though the texture may vary slightly. For gluten-free options, ensure to use certified gluten-free oats when necessary.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 93
- Sugar: 4.5g
- Sodium: 0.5mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg