🍌 Banana Chia Oat Cookies (No Flour, No Butter, No Refined Sugar)
Description
These soft and chewy Banana Chia Oat Cookies are made with simple pantry ingredients and naturally sweetened with ripe banana and a touch of honey or maple syrup. They’re perfect for breakfast, meal prep, or a healthy snack.
Servings: 8–10 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the ripe banana in a mixing bowl and mash thoroughly until smooth.
- Add the oats, chia seeds, maple syrup (or honey), and cinnamon.
- Stir everything together until a thick cookie dough forms.
- Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes so the chia seeds can absorb moisture.
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough for each cookie onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Flatten slightly with the back of a spoon.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
- Transfer to a wire rack and cool completely before serving.
Tips
- Add raisins, chopped nuts, or dark chocolate chips for extra flavor.
- Use very ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Nutrition (Approx. Per Cookie)
- Calories: 65
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fat: 1.5g
- Fiber: 2g
Q&A
Can I make these gluten-free?
Yes, use certified gluten-free oats.
Can I freeze them?
Absolutely! Freeze for up to 2 months.
Can I use quick oats?
Yes, though the texture will be slightly softer.
Caption 🍪
Craving a sweet treat without the guilt? 🍌✨ These Banana Chia Oat Cookies are soft, wholesome, and made with just a few simple ingredients! ❤️ Comment below to keep getting more healthy recipes. 😍👇