Description

Enjoy the delightful flavor of homemade Banana Oatmeal Cookies. With ripe bananas, oats, and optional chocolate chips, these cookies are easy to bake, making them a great choice for snacks or dessert.

Ingredients

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1 ½ cups (186g) all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
1 cup (200g) packed brown sugar
2 medium overripe bananas, mashed (approximately 1 cup)
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 ¼ cups quick cooking oats
1 ½ cups chocolate chips, optional

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F and line cookie sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, salt, and baking soda. Set this mixture aside.
In a stand mixer bowl or a large bowl with an electric hand mixer, cream the softened butter and sugars until fluffy, approximately 3 minutes.
Mix in the mashed bananas, egg, and vanilla extract until well incorporated (the mixture may be slightly lumpy).
Slowly add the flour mixture to the wet mixture and combine just until integrated. Fold in the oats and, if desired, the chocolate chips.
Scoop dough into 2-tablespoon balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Bake the cookies for about 10-15 minutes until they are light golden brown and set, no longer glossy on top.
Cool cookies on the baking sheets for 3-5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Notes

Ensure bananas are overripe for the best flavor and sweetness.
For a chewier texture, store cookies in an airtight container after they cool.
These cookies can be frozen; just make sure they are sealed tightly.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 180
Sugar: 11g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg