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This banana peanut butter and oatmeal cookies are the perfect treat when you’re craving something sweet yet nutritious. With just three simple ingredients—bananas, peanut butter, and oats—these cookies are soft, chewy, and naturally sweetened. Ideal for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert, they’re a hit with kids and adults alike.
Just 3 healthy ingredients, 20 minutes and you will have a quick breakfast option or a snack in the go! My little kids love this cookies a lot.
I have to admit this is not your average sweet cookie , you really can tell it’s pretty healthy when you will take your first bite. But we love it healthy here, so my whole family is enjoying it.
Ingredients
Bananas. Adds natural sweetness, moisture, and binding power to the cookies without any refined sugar.
Peanut Butter.Provides creaminess, a slight savory contrast to the sweet banana, and healthy fats for a satisfying snack.
Oats.Adds a chewy texture and fiber, making these cookies more filling and heart-healthy.
Peanut butter oatmeal banana cookies step by step
Preheat oven to 375°F and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Lightly spray with coconut oil to prevent sticking.
In a medium bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add peanut butter and oats to the mashed bananas and mix until well combined.
Spoon the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, forming cookie-sized mounds. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until edges turn golden brown.
Remove from oven and let cookies cool completely before enjoying with milk or tea.
Storage and leftovers
Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months; just thaw them overnight in the fridge.
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Variations
Chocolate: Add a handful of dark chocolate chips for a rich, indulgent flavor.
Nuts: Mix in chopped walnuts or almonds for extra crunch and heart-healthy fats.
Spices: Sprinkle in a touch of cinnamon or nutmeg for warm, comforting notes.
Berries: Toss in dried cranberries or raisins for a hint of natural sweetness and chewiness.
Expert tips
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or vanilla extract for a hint of extra flavor.
- Mix in some crushed nuts, dark chocolate chips, or dried fruit.
- For a firmer cookie, add a few more oats; for a softer, more moist cookie, add a bit more mashed banana.
- To make it more cookie-like consistency, you will need to grind those oats or use a store bought oat flour. But for me, whole oat flakes is the best option .
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Hope you will like this peanut butter oatmeal and banana cookies recipe as much as we do. Rate the recipe if you made it and leave a comment below if you have any questions or suggestions. This recipe have lots of raving reviews on Pinterest!
Peanut butter oatmeal and banana cookies
Ingredients
- 2 large bananas
- 2 tbsp peanut butter
- 1 cup oats
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F
- Mash bananas in a medium bowl. Add peanut butter and oats, mix very well
- Line the cookie sheet with parchment paper and spray with coconut oil spray. Spoon the cookie dough on the sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes.
- When the edges will start to turn brown, its ready. Let them cool off completely.
- Enjoy your soft healthy cookies with milk or a cup of tea!
Z Fox
Thursday 9th of February 2023
Used almond butter, 1/4 t cinnamon & 1/2 t turmeric
Grace
Friday 3rd of February 2023
I used PB Fit instead of peanut butter, and they turned out great! Thank you for sharing this recipe 🙂
Quayisha Clarke
Monday 16th of January 2023
Easy & delicious! Healthy and yummy! Thanks!