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Banana Oatmeal Cookies

Looking for a no-added-sugar snack? Try these Banana Oatmeal Cookies for a pick-me-up during the day.

Yield
14 cookies
Prep time
10 minutes
Cook time
15 minutes
Total time
25 minutes
Ingredients
2 banana (very ripe)
1 cup oats (quick or old-fashioned)
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup raisins
Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. In a medium bowl, mash bananas with a fork until mostly smooth.
  3. Add oats, cinnamon, vanilla and raisins. Mix well.
  4. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto lightly sprayed or oiled baking sheet. Flatten with the back of a spoon or bottom of a drinking glass.
  5. Bake 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool before serving.
Notes
  • Texture will be best when freshly made.
  • Try dried cranberries or chopped nuts instead of raisins.
Meal Type: Snack
Category: 30 Minutes or Less, Kid-Friendly
Food group: Fruits, Grains
Season: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall