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    3 Ingredient Banana Oatmeal Cookies with Chocolate Chips

    Published: May 18, 2023 · Modified: Aug 13, 2023 by April Brown · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    3 Ingredient Banana Oatmeal Cookies with chocolate chips are easy, healthy, and plenty sweet. The healthy breakfast cookies you didn't know you needed. Such yummy cookies, it's like eating dessert.

    A grouping of fresh baked banana oatmeal cookies with milk chocolate chips.

    I find that, too often, am I trying to find something to make with ripened bananas. My littles love these healthy banana oatmeal cookies for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert. Cute bite-sized little treats that are absolutely delicious.

    There are always recipes that need your ripened bananas. Try my Chocolate Chip Banana Bread or these super easy Bisquick Banana Muffins with Chocolate Chips. What else goes well with bananas? Peanut Butter Bread, one of my new favorites! Top it with natural peanut butter, jam and sliced bananas.

    Do you want to enjoy these cookies but don't have any ripe bananas!? Check out my helpful tips on how to ripen bananas yourself!

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    • Important Ingredients with Substitutions
    • Instructions for banana oatmeal cookies
    • Level Up with a Top Tip!
    • Recipe Variations
    • Storage Recommendations
    • Level Up With Expert Tips & Tricks
    • Recipe FAQs
    • Similar Sweets
    • Banana Oatmeal Cookies (3 ingredients)
    • More Cookie Recipes!

    Important Ingredients with Substitutions

    The ingredients for a banana oatmeal chocolate chip cookie.
    • Ripe bananas - Don't be afraid of those black bananas, provided they haven't started to mold, the black bananas have the sweetest and most intense banana flavor.
    • Rolled oats - Old-fashioned oats are perfect. Instant oatmeal or quick oats can also be used. I wouldn't recommend using steel cut oats, as they'll be too thick and dry and the cookies would crumble.
    • Milk chocolate chips - Milk chocolate is perfect for these cookies that don't contain any actual sugar. If you can find mini chocolate chips in the milk chocolate variety then use those! I could not find them anywhere. Swap for dark chocolate chips, semi sweet chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, or peanut butter chips, or a mix!
    • Optional spices - Often times I like to add cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice.

    See the recipe below for the full list of ingredients and quantities.

    Instructions for banana oatmeal cookies

    Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or cooking spray.

    Bananas mashed in a bowl.

    Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, mash bananas with a fork until smooth.

    Oatmeal and chocolate chips added to the bowl.

    Step 2: Add the rolled oats and chocolate chips to the mashed bananas and stir until well combined.

    cookie dough balls on a baking sheet.

    Step 3: Use a small or medium cookie scoop and drop scoopfuls of the cookie mixture onto the prepared cookie sheet. 

    A grouping of fresh baked banana oatmeal cookies with milk chocolate chips.

    Step 4: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

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    Hint: Use a cup to gently flatten the cookie dough slightly. It can be slightly sticky, if that's the case use a small piece of parchment paper between the cookie and the cup.

    A grouping of fresh baked banana oatmeal cookies with milk chocolate chips.

    Recipe Variations

    • Drizzle with a bit of honey, warmed almond butter, or maple syrup.
    • Add sweetened or regular shredded coconut for flavor and texture.
    • For healthy cookies, add chia seeds and whole or ground flax seeds.
    • Add chopped walnuts or dried fruit like dried cranberries, raisins, or cherries.
    • For a fall inspired cookie, add pumpkin pie spice or apple pie spice.

    Storage Recommendations

    Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days or refrigerate for up to 5-7 days.

    Can I freeze banana breakfast cookies? Once cooled, freeze in an airtight container or freezer-safe resealable bag for up to 3 months. Thaw for a few hours before enjoying!

    A grouping of fresh baked banana oatmeal cookies with milk chocolate chips.

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    Double or triple the batch to keep a healthy cookie option on hand for snacks or school/work lunches.

    A great beginner recipe for littles who want to help!

    Recipe FAQs

    CAN I USE FROZEN BANANAS FOR BANANA OATMEAL COOKIES?

    Yes! If you're like me and have a bundle or two of ripe bananas in the freezer, you can easily thaw them and make cookies. You can also use bananas that have already been mashed and stored. I like to store mashed bananas in Souper Cubes! Just note, that frozen bananas may have a slightly different texture and could potentially add a bit more moisture to the cookie.

    CAN I USE QUICK COOKING OATS INSTEAD OF ROLLED OATS?

    Yes, you can use quick oats instead of rolled oats. The texture depends on which type of oats you use. Rolled oats will give the cookies a chewier texture, while instant or quick cooking oats will make them softer as they'll absorb more moisture. Adjust the baking time as needed.

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    A grouping of fresh baked banana oatmeal cookies with milk chocolate chips.

    Banana Oatmeal Cookies (3 ingredients)

    3 ingredient banana oatmeal cookies are easy, healthy, and plenty sweet. The healthy breakfast cookies you didn't know you needed. Such yummy cookies, it's like eating dessert.
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    Course: Cookies
    Keyword: 3 ingredient banana oatmeal cookies with chocolate chips
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Servings: 12 cookies
    Calories: 72kcal
    Author: April Brown

    Equipment

    • Cookie Sheet
    • Measuring spoons
    • Mixing bowls

    Ingredients

    • 2 Ripe bananas medium sized
    • 1 cup Rolled oats
    • ¼ cup Chocolate chips

    Instructions

    • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • In a medium mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
    • Add the rolled oats and chocolate chips and stir until well combined.
    • Use a small or medium cookie scoop and drop scoopfuls of the cookie mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. 
    • Use a cup to gently flatten the cookie dough slightly.
    • Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
    • Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5-10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

    Notes

    Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days or refrigerate for up to 5-7 days.
    Can I freeze banana breakfast cookies? Once cooled, freeze in an airtight container or freezer-safe resealable bag for up to 3 months. Thaw for a few hours before enjoying!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 72kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.004g | Cholesterol: 0.3mg | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 123mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 15IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg
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