Description
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Cookies, a guilt-free treat perfect for any time of day. With just four simple ingredients, these vegan and gluten-free cookies are quick to prepare, making them an ideal option for busy mornings, after-school snacks, or satisfying desserts. Their delightful chewy texture and natural sweetness from ripe bananas combine beautifully with creamy peanut butter, creating a satisfying flavor that both kids and adults will love. Customize your cookies by adding dark chocolate chips or shredded coconut for an extra twist. Enjoy these nutrient-rich cookies without compromising on taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons almond butter (or additional peanut butter)
- 1 small banana, mashed
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Optional: mini dark chocolate chips or shredded coconut
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; mix until combined.
- Form the mixture into about 10 cookie balls and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Gently press each ball down with a fork.
- Bake for 10 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Let cool before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 25g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg