🍌 Banana Oat Cookies (Gluten-Free)
Looking for a wholesome, gluten-free treat that’s both delicious and easy to make? Banana Oat Cookies (Gluten-Free) are the perfect solution. These cookies combine the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the hearty texture of oats, creating a snack that’s satisfying and guilt-free.
🥣 Why You’ll Love These Cookies
Firstly, these cookies are incredibly simple to prepare, requiring just a few pantry staples. Moreover, they’re naturally gluten-free, making them suitable for those with dietary restrictions. Additionally, the absence of refined sugars and the inclusion of nutrient-rich ingredients like bananas and oats make them a healthier alternative to traditional cookies.
📝 Ingredients
To make these delightful cookies, you’ll need:
- 2 large ripe bananas
- 1 ½ cups gluten-free rolled oats
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- Optional add-ins: ¼ cup chocolate chips, raisins, or chopped nuts
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat and Prepare
Begin by preheating your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
2. Mash the Bananas
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. This will serve as the natural sweetener and binder for your cookies.
3. Combine Ingredients
Add the oats, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt to the mashed bananas. Stir until all ingredients are well combined. If you’re including any optional add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts, fold them into the mixture at this stage.
4. Shape the Cookies
Scoop spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly. Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon to ensure even baking.
5. Bake
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown around the edges.
6. Cool and Enjoy
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
💡 Tips for Success
- Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter your cookies will be.
- Customize your add-ins: Feel free to experiment with different mix-ins like dried cranberries, shredded coconut, or seeds.
- Storage: Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
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