Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Cookies, a guilt-free treat that satisfies your sweet cravings without compromising on health. Made with just four simple ingredients, these cookies are quick to whip up and perfect for any time of day. Whether you need a post-workout snack or a sweet addition to your afternoon tea, these vegan, gluten-free delights are loaded with wholesome ingredients like bananas and natural nut butter. Plus, they can be customized with extras like chocolate chips or coconut for an added twist. Enjoy the ease of preparation alongside the nutritional benefits—these cookies are sure to become a staple in your healthy snacking routine!
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
- Optional: pinch of sea salt, 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup, mini dark chocolate chips, shredded coconut, or hemp seeds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, mash the banana until smooth.
- Incorporate peanut butter, almond butter, and cinnamon into the mashed banana until well combined.
- Form the dough into small balls and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Flatten each ball gently with a fork.
- Bake for 10 minutes or until lightly browned on the bottom.
- Cool on a wire rack before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg