3-Ingredient Healthy Chocolate Banana Cookies
These 3-ingredient healthy chocolate banana cookies are a delicious and guilt-free treat. Made with ripe bananas, oats, and unsweetened cacao, they’re gluten-free, vegan, and sugar-free. Customize with mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts for extra flavor!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Total Time: 15-20 minutes
- Yield: 15 cookies
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
2 very ripe large bananas
1 cup of quick oats (gluten-free if needed)
2 small tbsp of unsweetened cacao powder
Optional mix-ins: chocolate chips, cacao nibs, chopped nuts, raisins, coconut flakes, flax seeds, vanilla, diced raspberries, dried cranberries, etc.
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with non-stick foil or parchment paper.
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Mash the ripe bananas in a bowl.
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Mix in the cacao powder and quick oats, stirring until the dough forms.
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Fold in any optional mix-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruits.
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Scoop dough into 15 clumps and place them on the baking sheet. Flatten each with your hands.
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Bake at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or until golden and firm to the touch.
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Enjoy fresh from the oven, or store for later!
Notes
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Optional add-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruits enhance texture and flavor.
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For a creamier texture, add nut butter (peanut or almond).
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Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer shelf life.
