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Chunky Monkey Banana Cookies
Alyssa

Chunky Monkey Banana Cookies

Craving something sweet yet healthy? Try our Chunky Monkey Banana Cookies! They're gluten-free, dairy-free, and utterly delicious. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a healthy dessert! 🍪🍌
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Servings: 20 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

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

Method
 

  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. Create your flax egg, a crucial component that binds the ingredients together, ensuring your cookies maintain their shape and texture.
  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. 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. 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. 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. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, watching as they transform into golden-brown treasures, their aroma filling your kitchen with anticipation.
  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. For an extra touch of indulgence, drizzle the cooled cookies with additional peanut butter, adding a creamy contrast to the rich flavors within.

Notes

  • Customization: Feel free to add in your favorite nuts or dried fruits for an extra flavor and texture twist.
  • Vegan Adaptation: Use maple syrup instead of honey and ensure your chocolate is dairy-free to make these cookies vegan-friendly.
  • Dough Consistency: If your dough is too sticky, add a bit more oats; if too dry, a splash of almond milk can help.