Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Cookies

These healthy peanut butter banana cookies are naturally sweetened, flourless, and perfect for a guilt-free snack or breakfast treat!

Ingredients:

• 2 medium ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (unsweetened, no added sugar)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup old-fashioned oats
• Optional: 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips or raisins

Directions:

1. Preheat the Oven
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix the Wet Ingredients
   • In a medium bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. Combine with Dry Ingredients
   • Add the oats to the wet mixture and stir until fully incorporated. If using, fold in dark chocolate chips or raisins.
4. Form the Cookies
   • Scoop tablespoons of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, gently flattening each one into a cookie shape.
5. Bake
   • Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden.
6. Cool and Serve
   • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cooking Time: 12 minutes

Total Time: 22 minutes

Servings: 12 cookies

Calories: ~90 kcal per cookie

Enjoy these wholesome and satisfying cookies for a quick energy boost or a healthy dessert option. Perfect for kids and adults alike!