Description
These no-sugar Healthy Cookies are naturally sweetened with bananas and applesauce — soft, chewy, and full of nutty goodness! Perfect for a wholesome breakfast or snack without the guilt.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup (240 ml) creamy almond butter
- 1 cup (100 g) rolled oats
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup (75 g) dark chocolate chips (sugar-free or 85% cocoa)
- ¼ cup (60 ml) unsweetened applesauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Stir in almond butter, applesauce, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add dry ingredients: Mix in rolled oats, cinnamon, and dark chocolate chips until a soft dough forms.
- Scoop & shape: Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheet, flattening them slightly with your fingers or a spoon.
- Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are lightly golden and centers are set.
- Cool & enjoy: Let cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a rack. Enjoy warm or store for later!
Notes
- Use peanut butter or cashew butter instead of almond butter if desired.
- For extra crunch, add ¼ cup chopped nuts or seeds.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Healthy, Snack, Cookies
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American