Healthy No-Sugar Banana Oat Cookies with Dark Chocolate and Nuts Recipe
These healthy cookies are naturally sweetened using ripe bananas and unsweetened applesauce, with no added sugar. Packed with oats, almond milk, raisins or nuts, and dark chocolate chunks, they offer a wholesome and delicious treat perfect for anyone seeking a nutritious snack or dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12-15 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup almond milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups oats
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup raisins or nuts
- 1 cup dark chocolate chunks (e.g., Lily’s brand)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal baking temperature while you prepare the cookie mixture.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas thoroughly and add the unsweetened applesauce. Stir well to create a smooth, combined base.
- Add Flavorings: Mix in the vanilla extract and ground cinnamon until evenly blended into the wet mixture to enhance the cookie’s flavor.
- Incorporate Oats: Add the oats to the banana and applesauce mixture. Stir properly to combine all ingredients and form the cookie dough base.
- Add Almond Milk and Mix-Ins: Pour in the almond milk to moisten the mixture. Then fold in the raisins or nuts along with the dark chocolate chunks, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent the cookies from sticking during baking.
- Form Cookies: Using a spoon, drop portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each portion slightly with the back of a spoon or your hand to shape the cookies.
- Bake Cookies: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cookies are firm to the touch and lightly golden on the edges.
- Cool Cookies: 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.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once fully cooled, serve the healthy cookies and enjoy this naturally sweetened, guilt-free treat!
Notes
- Feel free to substitute raisins with your favorite nuts or dried fruit for different textures and flavors.
- Using very ripe bananas ensures sweetness and moisture without added sugar.
- For a nut-free version, omit nuts and use only raisins or other dried fruit.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Almond milk can be replaced with any other plant-based milk if preferred.
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