Sugar-Free Banana Cocoa Oatmeal Cookies

Ingredients

(Makes about 12–15 cookies)

• 2 large ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 ½ cups (150g) rolled oats
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• Optional Add-Ins: A handful of nuts, dried fruit, or unsweetened shredded coconut

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 2: Prepare the Dough

1. In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
2. Stir in the rolled oats and cocoa powder until fully combined. The mixture should be thick and sticky.
3. If using any optional add-ins (like chopped nuts or coconut), fold them into the dough.

Step 3: Shape the Cookies

1. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough for each cookie and drop it onto the prepared baking sheet.
2. Flatten slightly with the back of a spoon to shape into cookies.

Step 4: Bake the Cookies

1. Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the cookies are set and slightly firm to the touch.
2. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve these cookies as a snack or a healthy dessert.
• Pair with a glass of almond milk or a hot cup of coffee for a perfect treat.

Storage Tips

• Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
• These cookies also freeze well—store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• No Sugar Added: The bananas naturally sweeten these cookies.
• Healthy: Packed with fiber from the oats and potassium from the bananas.
• Quick & Easy: Requires just three main ingredients and minimal prep time.