Here’s a simple, satisfying recipe for Healthy Cookies — naturally sweetened, easy to make, and great for breakfast, snacking, or dessert without the guilt. These cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with wholesome ingredients.
🍪 Healthy Banana Oat Cookies
Ingredients (Makes about 12 cookies)
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2 ripe bananas (mashed)
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1 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned or quick oats)
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¼ cup natural peanut butter (or almond butter)
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¼ cup dark chocolate chips or raisins (optional)
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
👩🍳 Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Mix all ingredients in a medium bowl until well combined. The dough will be thick and sticky.
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Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheet and flatten slightly with a spoon or your fingers.
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Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
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Cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
📝 Variations:
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Add chia seeds, flaxseed meal, or shredded coconut for extra nutrition.
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Swap peanut butter for sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.
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Add chopped nuts, dried cranberries, or protein powder to customize.