In a quest to create a delish and totally snack-worthy cookie starring humble banana and oatmeal, this splendid recipe was born. They’re like a breakfast or snack cookie, if you will. Love me a healthy snack recipe with oats! Wile they’re scrumptious in their own right, they’re more soft like a snack bar (similar to my Oatmeal Breakfast Bars!) versus a crispy edge cookie grandma makes. Healthy, kid-friendly snack cookie perfection! And if you’re a chocolate lover (duh), my Banana Chocolate Chip Breakfast Cookies are everything!
Ingredients
Old fashioned oats: Good ol’ oats. We’re using rolled oats, not instant or steel cut. I haven’t tried these with quick oats so I’m not sure how those would pan out. Almond flour: Almond flour adds the most lovely texture and cookie-ish flavor. The healthy fats make these cookies have a bit more oomph! Regular flour won’t work here as they’re formulated with high fat flour. Bananas: The riper the better. Two medium-sized ones are perfect here. Because the sweetness comes solely from super duper ripe banana, they’re less sweet than their dessert counterparts. Even so, I found myself totally craving these! And you know I’m a chocolate chip over raisin gal any day. Cinnamon: What’s an oatmeal raisin cookie without cinnamon?! Saigon cinnamon from Costco is my fave. Baking soda: For proper rising. Salt: Never underestimate to power of salt for bringing out the sweetness in baked goods. Raisins: The perfect pop of bright, chewy, naturally sweet goodness. I have a friend who tested these with chocolate chips but she preferred the raisin version!
The unforgettable combo of raisins and cinnamon in these soft delights kept me wanting more. I was surprised to find they taste best on the second day. I’m getting warm and fuzzy just thinking about it! Once baby can safely eat raisins, these would be a wonderful baby led weaning snack, too. Eeeee!
Are these cookies gluten free?
You betcha! Just make you’re oats are certified gluten free if need be. They’re also vegan!
What type of oats are best?
You want old fashioned or rolled oats for this recipe. Instant or steel cut varieties won’t work. I haven’t tested them with quick cook, but I imagine a half and half combo may work!
How to store
These cookies will last for two days in an air tight container on the counter. Store any leftovers after that in the refrigerator. I swear these taste best the next day when the flavors really come out! You can freeze cookies for up to 3 months.
More oatmeal snacks to adore
Banana Zucchini Baked Oatmeal Cups Blueberry Banana Baked Oatmeal Salted Chocolate Covered Oatmeal Bites Blueberry Oatmeal Snack Bars Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Let me know in the comments if you try these bad boys. I can’t wait to hear what ya think! STORAGE: Store in an air tight container on the counter for up to two days, then store any remaining cookies in the refrigerator.
