Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Cookies Recipe

I whipped up Peanut Butter Banana Cookies using mashed ripe bananas, natural peanut butter and gluten free rolled oats. The baking soda ensures a light texture in this quick 15 minute treat. I love how these healthy cookies combine simplicity with satisfying flavor, making them a favorite snack for busy days.

I stumbled upon these Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Cookies when I was in need of a quick and tasty treat. I mashed up 2 ripe bananas and mixed them with 1 cup natural peanut butter, then stirred in 1 cup gluten free rolled oats and 1 teaspoon baking soda.

This recipe is one of the easiest I’ve ever made and is a perfect twist to regular Peanut Butter Banana Cookies or even a Peanut Butter Banana Breakfast Cookies option when I’m on the go. I love that I can call it a Healthy Banana Peanutbutter Oatmeal Cookies creation because it’s gluten free and super simple.

Sometimes I even think of it as a sort of Banana Peanut Butter Snack Healthy recipe, and when I’m feeling adventurous I throw in some chocolate chips to take it to the next level. It takes only about 15 minutes to whip up, and honestly, it’s just awesome every time.

Why I Like this Recipe

I really dig this cookie recipe because it’s super easy to make, even on those days when I’m in a rush. I mean, with just 4 simple ingredients, I can whip up a batch in no time and still feel good about what I’m eating.

I also love that it’s a healthy treat—even though it tastes like a real cookie, I know I’m not loading up on any junk food. The fact that it’s gluten free and vegan is a big plus for me since I’m always trying to keep things a bit clean.

Another big reason is that I can totally customize it. If I’m in the mood for something extra sweet, I can toss in some chocolate chips or other mix-ins without messing up the whole recipe.

Lastly, it’s just really comforting to bake something from scratch that turns out so tasty with almost zero fuss. I love how it gives me a little boost, knowing I made something simple yet satisfying.

Ingredients

• Ripe bananas: Provide natural sweetness, fiber, moisture, and essential nutrients in a simple way.
• Bananas are rich in potassium and add natural moisture for better blend.
• Natural peanut butter: Offers protein, healthy fat and creamy texture, though sometimes a bit sticky.
• It supplies satiety and good fats, making cookies filling and nutritous.
• Gluten free rolled oats: Adds hearty fiber, carbs for energy and wholesome chewiness.
• Oats offer slow burning carbohydrates, perfect fuel for active lifestyles.
• Baking soda: Helps cookies rise, lending a light texture and a subtle tang.
• These ingredients work together well giving you healthy, yummy and easy cookies every time.

Ingredient Quantities

• 2 ripe bananas, mashed up well
• 1 cup natural peanut butter (preferably unsweetened and smooth)
• 1 cup gluten free rolled oats
• 1 teaspoon baking soda

How to Make this

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F so its ready when you need it.

2. Grab a bowl and mash the 2 ripe bananas real good until they’re smooth with a few lumps.

3. Stir in the 1 cup of natural peanut butter into the mashed bananas.

4. Mix in the 1 cup of gluten free rolled oats, making sure it’s all evenly combined.

5. Sprinkle the 1 teaspoon of baking soda evenly over the mixture and stir it in.

6. If you want to add chocolate chips or any extra goodies, fold them in now.

7. Using a spoon, drop small dollops of the dough onto a parchment lined baking sheet.

8. Flatten the dollops slightly with the back of the spoon as they wont spread much.

9. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes until the cookies look set.

10. Let the cookies cool on a rack before diving in enjoy your healthy treats!

Equipment Needed

1. Oven
2. Mixing bowl
3. Fork or potato masher for mashing bananas
4. Spoon for stirring and dolloping the dough
5. Parchment paper
6. Baking sheet
7. Cooling rack

FAQ

Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Cookies Recipe Substitutions and Variations

• Bananas: You can mash up 2/3 cup of unsweetened applesauce or even some well mashed cooked sweet potato instead of ripe bananas.
• Natural Peanut Butter: If you don’t have natural peanut butter, try almond butter or cashew butter for a similar consistency and flavor.
• Gluten Free Rolled Oats: You could use quinoa flakes or even regular rolled oats if you aren’t avoiding gluten.
• Baking Soda: If you’re out of baking soda, you can use 1 teaspoon of baking powder as a substitute though the rise might be slightly different.

Pro Tips

1. Make sure your bananas are super ripe cuz they mash really smooth and naturally sweeten the mix better.
2. Try chillin the dough in the fridge for like 15 minutes before baking so the cookies hold together more and have a better texture.
3. When addin extras like chocolate chips or nuts, use them sparingly because too many can mess up the consistency of the cookies.
4. Flatten your cookie dollops a bit more than you think you need to since they don’t spread much on their own, which helps them bake evenly.