Description
Homemade healthy cookies blend nutritious ingredients for guilt-free snacking without sugar or traditional flour. Packed with natural sweeteners and protein-rich alternatives, these cookies offer delicious wellness in each satisfying bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups oats
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup dark chocolate chunks (Lilys brand recommended)
Liquid and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/3 cup apple sauce
- 1/4 cup almond milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Extras and Spices:
- 1/4 cup raisins or nuts
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350F (177C), creating an ideal baking environment for these nutritious treats.
- Thoroughly mash bananas and blend with apple sauce in a spacious mixing bowl until smooth and integrated.
- Enhance the mixture’s flavor profile by incorporating vanilla extract and cinnamon, stirring until evenly distributed.
- Gently fold oats into the wet ingredients, ensuring complete and uniform incorporation.
- Pour almond milk into the mixture, then introduce additional texture with raisins, nuts, or dark chocolate chunks, mixing carefully for consistent coverage.
- Prepare your baking surface by either lining with parchment paper or applying a light grease to prevent sticking.
- Utilize a spoon or cookie scoop to portion the mixture onto the prepared sheet, gently pressing each dollop to create a flattened cookie shape.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven, allowing cookies to transform for 15-20 minutes until they develop a golden hue and firm texture.
- Initially cool the cookies directly on the baking sheet for a brief moment, then carefully transfer to a wire rack to complete the cooling process.
- Savor these wholesome, naturally sweetened cookies that offer both nutrition and delightful taste.
Notes
- Choose ripe, soft bananas for maximum natural sweetness and better binding properties in the cookie mixture.
- Experiment with different add-ins like chopped almonds, chia seeds, or dried cranberries to customize flavor profiles and boost nutritional value.
- Ensure oats are gluten-free if preparing for those with gluten sensitivities by selecting certified gluten-free oat varieties.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days to maintain optimal texture and freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg