Description
Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Cookies are a delightful and nutritious treat that you can whip up in just 15 minutes. Perfect for snacking, breakfast on-the-go, or a healthy dessert, these cookies are made with simple ingredients like peanut butter and ripe bananas. They pack flavor and a satisfying texture, making them a favorite among both kids and adults alike. With the added bonus of being vegan, gluten-free, and low in sugar, these cookies fit seamlessly into various dietary needs. Customize with chocolate chips or nuts for an extra flavor twist!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons almond butter (or more peanut butter)
- 1 small banana, mashed
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, mash the banana until smooth.
- Add peanut butter, almond butter, and cinnamon to the bowl. Mix until combined.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop dough into about 10 balls and place them on the prepared sheet. Flatten slightly using a fork.
- Bake for 10 minutes until lightly browned on the bottom.
- Allow cookies to cool before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 86
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 58mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg