3-Ingredient Banana Oatmeal Cookies Recipe
Introduction
These 3-Ingredient Banana Oatmeal Cookies are a quick, wholesome treat perfect for busy days. With just ripe bananas, oats, and chocolate chips, you can whip up a batch that’s naturally sweet and satisfyingly chewy.
Ingredients
- 2 medium bananas
- 1.5 cups oatmeal (1/2 cup rolled oats and 1 cup quick oats recommended)
- 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a rimmed baking sheet with a Silpat mat or lightly coat with cooking spray.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, mash the bananas thoroughly using the back of a fork until mostly smooth.
- Step 3: Add the oats to the mashed bananas and gently stir until the mixture forms a thick, cookie-like batter.
- Step 4: Sprinkle in the mini chocolate chips and mix until they are evenly distributed.
- Step 5: Scoop one heaping tablespoon of dough, shape it into a cookie by hand, and place on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat until you have 12 cookies.
- Step 6: Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the cookies are set through and lightly golden. Allow to cool before enjoying.
Tips & Variations
- Use a combination of rolled and quick oats for better texture, but feel free to use all rolled oats for a chewier cookie.
- Swap mini chocolate chips for raisins or chopped nuts for a different flavor.
- Make sure bananas are ripe for natural sweetness and easier mashing.
- Press cookies down slightly before baking for a flatter shape if desired.
Storage
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. They can also be refrigerated for up to one week or frozen for up to one month. To reheat, warm gently in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or enjoy at room temperature.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Are these cookies gluten-free?
They can be gluten-free if you use certified gluten-free oats. Otherwise, regular oats might contain traces of gluten.
Can I use regular-sized chocolate chips instead of mini?
Yes, regular chocolate chips work fine but may affect how evenly the chips distribute throughout the dough.
Print3-Ingredient Banana Oatmeal Cookies Recipe
These 3-Ingredient Banana Oatmeal Cookies are a simple, healthy treat made with ripe bananas, oats, and mini chocolate chips. Quick to prepare and baked to a light golden perfection, they offer a wholesome snack that’s naturally sweetened and perfect for any time of day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Cookie Ingredients
- 2 medium bananas
- 1.5 cups oatmeal (1/2 cup rolled oats and 1 cup quick oats)
- 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a rimmed baking sheet with a Silpat mat or lightly coat it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mash Bananas: In a medium bowl, use the back of a fork to mash the bananas until they are fully broken down, creating a smooth, slightly chunky mixture.
- Combine Oats and Bananas: Add the oats to the mashed bananas and gently stir until the oats are fully incorporated and the mixture resembles a thick cookie batter.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Sprinkle in the mini chocolate chips and mix them evenly throughout the batter.
- Form Cookies: Using your hands, scoop a heaping tablespoon of the dough and shape it into a free-formed cookie. Place each shaped cookie on the prepared baking sheet, continuing until you have 12 cookies.
- Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes or until they are set through and lightly golden on top.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet before enjoying them as a delicious, wholesome snack.
Notes
- For a chewier texture, use all rolled oats instead of mixing rolled and quick oats.
- You can replace mini chocolate chips with raisins or chopped nuts for variation.
- Ensure bananas are ripe for natural sweetness and better mashability.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- This recipe is naturally gluten free if using certified gluten free oats.
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