Low-Sugar Vegan Banana Oat Cookies with Walnuts and Raisins

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Simple, wholesome vegan cookies made with ripe bananas, oats, walnuts, and raisins, lightly sweetened for a guilt-free treat. This american-inspired desserts (vegan) ready in about 27 minutes layers ripe bananas, mashed, rolled oats, walnuts, chopped into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 110 calories and feeds 12, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 17 min Serves 12 American cuisine 110 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, mash 2 medium ripe bananas with a fork until smooth but slightly chunky.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 1/2 cups rolled oats, 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, 1/3 cup raisins, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1/2 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 tsp salt until all ingredients are evenly combined.
  4. Step 4: Scoop heaping tablespoons of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart and flattening slightly with the back of the spoon.
  5. Step 5: Bake for 15-17 minutes or until the cookies are golden around the edges and set in the center.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Low-Sugar Vegan Banana Oat Cookies with Walnuts and Raisins take to make?

Total time is about 27 minutes (10 min prep + 17 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.

How do I store leftover Low-Sugar Vegan Banana Oat Cookies with Walnuts and Raisins?

Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.

Can I substitute ingredients in Low-Sugar Vegan Banana Oat Cookies with Walnuts and Raisins?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Low-Sugar Vegan Banana Oat Cookies with Walnuts and Raisins for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Low-Sugar Vegan Banana Oat Cookies with Walnuts and Raisins vegan?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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