🍌🍪 Banana Oat Cookies
🎯 Difficulty: Very Easy
⏱️ Time: 20–25 minutes
🍽️ Servings: ~10 small cookies
🔥 Estimated Calories: ~60–80 kcal per cookie
🧂 Ingredients
- Ripe banana (mashed): 1 large (~120g, ~105 kcal)
- Rolled oats: 1 cup (~90g, ~300 kcal)
- Cinnamon: 1/2 tsp (optional)
- Raisins or mini chocolate chips: 2 tbsp (~60 kcal, optional)
- Nut butter (e.g., peanut or almond): 1 tbsp (~90 kcal, optional for toddlers+)
👨🍳 Step-by-step Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Dough
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F).
- In a bowl, mash the ripe banana until smooth.
- Mix in oats, cinnamon, and any optional add-ins like raisins or nut butter.
Step 2: Shape the Cookies
- Scoop spoonfuls of dough and form into small, flattened cookies.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 3: Bake
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until lightly golden and firm to the touch.
Step 4: Serve
- Let cool before serving, especially for young children.
- Soft, chewy texture is perfect for baby-led weaning or toddler snacks.
💡 Tips
- These cookies are naturally sweetened with banana—no sugar needed.
- Add grated apple, coconut flakes, or chopped nuts for variety (for older kids).
- Store in an airtight container for 2–3 days or freeze for later.
