Vegan Banana Oat Breakfast Cookies (Print View)

Soft banana oat cookies with cinnamon, ready in under 30 minutes for a wholesome morning bite.

# Ingredient List:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 2 large ripe bananas, mashed
02 - 3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
03 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

04 - 1½ cups rolled oats
05 - ½ cup whole wheat flour
06 - ⅓ cup coconut sugar
07 - 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
08 - ½ teaspoon baking powder
09 - ¼ teaspoon salt

→ Optional Add-ins

10 - ⅓ cup raisins or dried cranberries
11 - ⅓ cup dairy-free chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
12 - ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, mash bananas until smooth. Stir in melted coconut oil and vanilla extract until well blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together rolled oats, whole wheat flour, coconut sugar, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
04 - Add dry ingredients to wet mixture and stir until just combined. Fold in optional add-ins such as raisins, chocolate chips, or nuts if desired.
05 - Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheet. Flatten each cookie slightly using your fingers or the back of a spoon.
06 - Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until edges are golden brown and centers are set.
07 - Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack for complete cooling.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick and simple preparation with just a few basic ingredients
  • Naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and minimal added sugar
  • Perfect make-ahead breakfast for busy mornings
  • Customizable with your favorite mix-ins
  • Vegan and easily adaptable for various dietary needs
02 -
  • Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookies that will bake evenly
  • The cookies won't spread much during baking, so shape them as you want them to appear when finished
  • Store cookies in the freezer for up to 3 months - they thaw quickly for a grab-and-go breakfast
  • If the dough seems too wet, add an extra tablespoon of flour; if too dry, add a splash of plant milk
  • For extra flavor, toast the oats in a dry skillet for 3-5 minutes before adding to the mixture
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