Healthy Banana-Oat Cookies

 

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🍪 Healthy Banana-Oat Cookies

📝 Ingredients:

• 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional, or use raisins/dried fruits)
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
• 1 tbsp peanut butter or almond butter (optional for creaminess)

🥣 Process:

1. Preheat Oven:

   • Set your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

2. Mash the Bananas:

   • In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until smooth.

3. Mix Ingredients:

   • Add oats, chocolate chips, cinnamon, and nut butter to the mashed banana.
   • Stir until well combined.

4. Scoop and Shape:

   • Use a spoon to scoop out small portions and place them on the baking tray.
   • Flatten slightly with the back of the spoon.

5. Bake:

   • Bake for about 12–15 minutes, or until edges turn golden brown.

6. Cool and S

   • Let cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes before serving.

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✅ Health Benefits:

• Oats: Great fiber source, good for digestion.
• Nut butter: Healthy fats and protein.
• Dark chocolate (optional): Antioxidants and flavor