Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Savor the goodness of Chocolate Chip Banana Oatmeal Cookies—healthy, delicious, and perfect for dessert, a snack, or even breakfast!

Ingredients

• 2 large ripe bananas, mashed (about 3/4 cup)
• 1/2 cup almond butter (substitute with peanut butter if desired)
• 3 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups rolled oats (use gluten-free if needed)
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
• 1/4 cup chocolate chips
• 1/3 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
3. In a separate bowl, mix the rolled oats, salt, cinnamon, chocolate chips, and walnuts.
4. Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
5. Using a cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Gently press down on each cookie to flatten slightly.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown around the edges.

Enjoy your healthy and satisfying cookies!