Homemade oatmeal

No-Flour, No-Sugar Oatmeal Cookies

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1/2 cup peanut butter (or almond butter)
• 1/4 cup raisins, chopped dates, or dried cranberries (optional for natural sweetness)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
• Pinch of salt
• 1/4 cup chopped nuts, seeds, or dark chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions:

Step 1: Preheat Oven

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2: Mix Ingredients

1. In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
2. Stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
3. Add the oats, cinnamon (if using), and a pinch of salt. Stir until everything is evenly mixed.
4. Fold in any optional ingredients like raisins, chopped nuts, or chocolate chips.

Step 3: Shape the Cookies

1. Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop small mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
2. Gently flatten each mound with the back of a spoon or your fingers to form cookie shapes.

Step 4: Bake

1. Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown and set.
2. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 5: Enjoy

1. Once cooled, enjoy these healthy and naturally sweetened cookies as a snack, breakfast, or dessert!

Tips:

• Banana Ripeness: Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and better binding.
• Optional Add-ins: Customize the recipe by adding your favorite nuts, seeds, or dried fruits.
• Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for longer shelf life.

Cooking Time:

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes

Nutritional Information (per cookie, makes about 12 cookies):

• Calories: ~80-100 kcal
• Protein: ~3g
• Fat: ~4g
• Carbohydrates: ~12g
• Fiber: ~2g

These No-Flour, No-Sugar Oatmeal Cookies are a guilt-free, naturally sweet treat that you can enjoy any time of day!