Banana Cookies
These soft, chewy cookies are made with just oats, dates, applesauce, banana, and vanilla—no added sugar, flour, or dairy! Naturally gluten-free and vegan, they’re a quick, wholesome snack or dessert quick and easy to mix up, let sit and bake. (the waiting to devour them is the hard part) Perfect for kids, on-the-go snacking, or satisfying your sweet tooth guilt-free!
Equipment
- 1 bowl
- 1 Fork or potato masher
- 1 Cookie Sheet
Ingredients
- 3 med Bananas
- 2 cups Rolled Oats
- 1 cup Dates pitted & chopped
- 1-1 1/2 cup Applesauce unsweetened
- 1 tsp Vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, spray with cooking spray
- Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, oats, dates, applesauce, and vanilla. Stir until well combined. LET IT SIT FOR 15-20 mins for the oats to absorb the moisture.
- Form the cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Place the cookies in the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Cool and enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely
- Store in airtight container. They are moist and will mold. These cookies also freeze well.