Description
These Healthy Cookies are a guilt-free treat made without sugar or flour. Sweetened naturally with ripe bananas and apple sauce, and packed with wholesome oats, almond milk, and dark chocolate chunks, they make a delicious and nutritious snack that’s perfect for any time of day.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup unsweetened apple sauce
- 1/4 cup almond milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups oats
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Optional Add-ins
- 1/4 cup raisins or nuts (optional)
- 1 cup dark chocolate chunks (e.g., Lily’s brand)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, unsweetened apple sauce, oats, almond milk, raisins or nuts (if using), dark chocolate chunks, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated into a consistent cookie dough mixture.
- Form Cookies: Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of the cookie mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly to allow room for spreading during baking.
- Bake Cookies: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cookies are set and golden brown around the edges.
- Cool Cookies: Once baked, let the cookies cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them firm up and prevents them from breaking apart.
Notes
- Make sure your bananas are very ripe for natural sweetness and better binding.
- You can substitute raisins with nuts or skip both if preferred.
- Dark chocolate chunks add richness but can be omitted for a dairy-free or vegan-friendly option if needed.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- For a crunchier cookie, bake an additional 2-3 minutes but watch closely to avoid burning.
