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Chunky Monkey Banana Cookies

Chunky Monkey Banana Cookies
Prep
15 min
Cook
12 min
Serves
20

Ingredients

  • 2bananas (the spottier, the better!: Adds natural sweetness and moisture.)
  • 1& 3/4 cup rolled oats: Provides structure and a hearty texture.
  • 1/4 cuphoney (or maple syrup to keep vegan: Offers a touch of sweetness.)
  • 1/4 cuppeanut butter: Contributes creaminess and flavor.
  • 1flax egg: Acts as a binding agent.
  • 1 tspvanilla extract: Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1/2 tspcinnamon: Adds a warm spice note.
  • —Sprinkle of sea salt: Balances the sweetness.
  • 1/2 tspbaking soda: Ensures proper rise.
  • 1/4 cupwalnuts (roughly chopped: Adds crunch and nuttiness.)
  • 1/2chocolate bar of choice + more for topping (chopped: Introduces a rich, chocolaty element.)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and prepare a cookie sheet with parchment paper, setting the stage for a non-stick baking experience.

  2. 2

    Create your flax egg, a crucial component that binds the ingredients together, ensuring your cookies maintain their shape and texture.

  3. 3

    In your trusty mixing bowl, mash the bananas thoroughly, transforming them into a smooth base that will integrate seamlessly with the other ingredients.

  4. 4

    Gradually incorporate the rolled oats, honey, peanut butter, flax egg, vanilla extract, cinnamon, sea salt, and baking soda into the mashed bananas, stirring until you achieve a uniform mixture that promises delicious outcomes.

  5. 5

    With a sense of artistry, scoop heaping tablespoons of the dough onto your prepared cookie sheet. This is where your cookies begin to take shape, each dollop a promise of the delightful bites to come.

  6. 6

    Embellish each cookie with additional chocolate chunks and a hint of sea salt, adding layers of flavor and texture that will elevate the final product.

  7. 7

    Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, watching as they transform into golden-brown treasures, their aroma filling your kitchen with anticipation.

  8. 8

    After baking, allow the cookies to cool, a crucial step that ensures they set properly, achieving the ideal consistency that balances chewiness with a slight crunch.

  9. 9

    For an extra touch of indulgence, drizzle the cooled cookies with additional peanut butter, adding a creamy contrast to the rich flavors within.