Description
Indulge in the delightful goodness of Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Cookies, a perfect treat that’s both simple and nutritious! Made with just four wholesome ingredients, these cookies are ideal for any time of day—whether for breakfast, a snack, or a guilt-free dessert. Their rich peanut butter flavor harmonizes beautifully with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, resulting in a chewy texture that everyone will love. With the added bonus of being vegan, gluten-free, and low in sugar, you can enjoy these cookies knowing they align with your health goals. Customize them with optional add-ins like dark chocolate chips or nuts for an extra touch. Whip up a batch today and treat yourself to these heartwarming delights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons almond butter (or additional peanut butter)
- 1 small ripe banana, mashed
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, mash the banana until smooth.
- Mix in natural peanut butter, almond butter, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Roll the dough into about 10 balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Flatten each ball slightly with a fork.
- Bake for 10 minutes or until lightly browned on the bottom.
- Let cool before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 28g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg