Craving a sweet treat without the guilt? These 3-ingredient Banana Oatmeal Cookies are the perfect balance of soft, chewy, and naturally sweet! Made with just ripe bananas, oats, and walnuts, they’re completely gluten-free, dairy-free, and free of added sugar. Whether you need a quick breakfast or a wholesome snack, these cookies come together in just 15 minutes. Plus, the recipe includes clever ways to make them even sweeter—naturally! 🍌🍪✨
Banana Oatmeal Cookies
These 3-ingredient Banana Oatmeal Cookies are soft, chewy, and naturally sweet—made with ripe bananas, oats, and walnuts. They’re gluten-free, dairy-free, and have no added sugar, making them a perfect healthy snack or quick breakfast. Ready in just 15 minutes, these cookies are as easy as they are delicious! 🍌🍪✨
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe bananas mashed
- 1 cup quick oats uncooked Use gluten-free oats if needed
- 1/4 cup crushed walnuts
Instructions
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a non-stick cookie sheet or use a Silpat mat.
- In a bowl, mix the mashed bananas and oats until well combined. Gently fold in the crushed walnuts.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until the cookies are lightly golden.
- Let cool before serving. Makes 16 cookies.
Notes
Notes – To make these cookies sweeter but stay healthy:
To make these Banana Oatmeal Cookies sweeter while keeping them healthy, try these natural sweetener options:
- Honey or Maple Syrup – Add 1-2 tablespoons for extra natural sweetness without refined sugar.
- Medjool Dates – Blend 2-3 pitted dates into a paste and mix with the batter for a caramel-like sweetness.
- Applesauce – Replace part of the banana with unsweetened applesauce to enhance the natural sweetness.
- Coconut Sugar – Sprinkle in 1-2 teaspoons for a mild, natural sweet flavor.
- Cinnamon or Vanilla Extract – While not adding sugar, these boost the perceived sweetness of the cookies.
- Dark Chocolate Chips – A handful of 85% or higher dark chocolate chips can add sweetness and antioxidants.
Once cooled, leftover cookies can be wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and frozen. To enjoy later, thaw or microwave briefly before eating.