Description
Hey friends! Ever look at a bunch of overripe bananas and think, “These are done for”? Hold up—those spotty bananas are actually a goldmine for a quick, healthy treat. These 3-Ingredient Banana Oat Cookies are chewy, naturally sweet, and come together in under 20 minutes. No fancy equipment, no butter, no refined sugar—just wholesome, simple ingredients. Perfect for a breakfast-on-the-go, a guilt-free snack, or a last-minute dessert.
Ingredients
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2 ripe bananas, mashed (the browner, the sweeter)
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1 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned)
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⅓ cup chocolate chips or raisins (optional: nuts, dried cranberries, or a sprinkle of cinnamon)
Instructions
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Preheat oven & prep pan: Preheat to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Mash bananas: In a medium bowl, mash the bananas until mostly smooth.
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Mix ingredients: Add oats and chocolate chips (or other mix-ins) to the bananas and stir until combined.
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Shape cookies: Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheet and flatten slightly to about ½-inch thickness.
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Bake: 12–15 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
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Cool: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
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If your bananas aren’t ripe enough, bake them at 300°F (150°C) for 15–20 minutes until skins turn black.
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Let the dough sit for 5–10 minutes before baking; this helps the oats absorb moisture for a chewy texture.
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Flatten each cookie before baking—they won’t spread on their own.