These Healthy Cookies are naturally sweetened with bananas and applesauce, making them a delicious, guilt-free snack. Packed with oats, raisins (or dark chocolate chips), and a hint of cinnamon, they’re perfect for a quick and healthy treat. Plus, they’re free from refined sugar and flour!
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- ⅓ cup applesauce (unsweetened)
- 2 cups oats (old-fashioned or quick oats)
- ¼ cup almond milk
- ½ cup raisins (or dark chocolate chips)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
- Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Mix the Ingredients
- Mash the bananas: In a large bowl, mash 3 ripe bananas until smooth.
- Add the wet ingredients: Stir in ⅓ cup applesauce, ¼ cup almond milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Add the dry ingredients: Mix in 2 cups of oats, ½ cup raisins (or dark chocolate chips), and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Stir until everything is well incorporated.
3. Form the Cookies
- Scoop the dough: Using a spoon, drop heaping spoonfuls of the cookie mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
- Shape the cookies: Flatten each spoonful slightly with the back of the spoon to form cookie shapes.
4. Bake the Cookies
- Bake: Place the cookies in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cookies are set and lightly golden on the edges.
5. Cool and Serve
- Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips for Success
- Ripeness of bananas: Make sure to use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moistness in the cookies.
- Add-ins: Feel free to customize these cookies by adding nuts, seeds, or swapping raisins for dark chocolate chips.
- Storage: Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
Nutrition Information (Per Cookie)
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Fat: 1 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugars: 7 g (natural)
Conclusion
These Healthy Cookies are a perfect option for those looking for a naturally sweet, nutritious snack without added sugar or flour. Made with simple ingredients like bananas, oats, and raisins (or dark chocolate), they’re easy to whip up and are great for breakfast on the go, a snack, or even a healthy dessert. Enjoy these wholesome treats!
