These banana oatmeal cookies are soft, quick, and made with just 3 ingredients: ripe bananas, oats, and chocolate chips. They are naturally sweet, easy to mix, and perfect for a simple snack or breakfast treat.
Why You'll Love It
- Made with just 3 simple ingredients
- No flour, eggs, butter, or added sugar
- Soft, chewy, and naturally sweet
- Quick enough for breakfast, snacks, or lunchboxes
I like this recipe because it uses simple ingredients that most people already have at home. The ripe bananas bring natural sweetness and moisture, the quick oats give the cookies structure, and the chocolate chips make them feel like a small treat without adding extra work. If you enjoy easy baking recipes, you may also like my 2-ingredient chocolate banana cake.
This is also a great recipe for quick baking because there is no flour, no eggs, no butter, and no dough chilling. You just mash, mix, scoop, and bake. That simple method makes these banana oatmeal cookies perfect for busy mornings, lunchboxes, or an easy, healthier dessert. For another simple banana recipe, my banana bread without butter is a good one to try next.
Key Ingredients in Banana Oatmeal Cookies
You'll find the exact measurements in the recipe card, but here's a closer look at key ingredients and why I use them.
- Bananas: Very ripe bananas are what I use here because they mash easily and give the cookies natural sweetness and moisture.
- Quick Oats: Quick oats are my choice for this recipe because they blend smoothly with the banana and create a soft, even texture.
- Chocolate Chips: I like adding chocolate chips because they balance the oats and make the cookies feel more like a treat.
How to Make Banana Oatmeal Cookies
You can find the complete printable recipe with measurements below, but for now, here's a quick overview of how it goes:
1. Mash the Bananas: In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until smooth and lump-free.
2. Mix in the Oats: Stir in the oats until everything is evenly combined. Fold in the chocolate chips and give the dough a final mix.
3. Scoop onto a Tray: Use a spoon to place small scoops onto a lined baking sheet, leaving space between each. Gently press each scoop down so they bake more evenly.
4. Bake until Golden: Bake at 350°F / 180°C (320°F convection / 160°C fan) for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let the banana oatmeal cookies sit on the tray for a few minutes, then move to a wire rack.
Tips for Soft Banana Oatmeal Cookies
Let the Mixture Sit Briefly: I like letting the mixture rest for a few minutes before baking so the oats absorb moisture and hold together better.
Keep the Cookies Even: Try to scoop similar-sized portions so they bake evenly and don't dry out on the edges.
Storage
I store them in an airtight container in the fridge, and they keep well for a few days while staying soft.
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Recipe
Banana Oatmeal Cookies (3 Ingredients)
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 150 g quick oats
- 100 g chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F / 180°C (320°F convection / 160°C fan) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Mash 2 ripe bananas in a bowl until smooth and lump-free.
- Add 150 g quick oats and mix until fully combined, then fold in 100 g chocolate chips.
- Scoop portions onto the tray, gently flatten, and bake for 12-15 minutes until set and lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered an estimate only. Actual nutritional content will vary based upon brands used, measuring methods, cooking method, portion sizes, and more.
John says
Love these guilt-free cookies! They make a satisfying, healthy snack. thanks for the recipe!