One-Bowl Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Soft and chewy banana oatmeal cookies studded with semi-sweet chocolate chips, made quickly in one bowl with wholesome ingredients. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 24 minutes layers medium, mashed ripe bananas, rolled oats, all-purpose flour 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 18, 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.
Ingredients
- 2 medium, mashed ripe bananas
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup, softened unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, mash 2 medium ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Add 1/3 cup softened unsalted butter, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1 large egg, and 1 tsp vanilla extract. Beat with a hand mixer until creamy.
- Step 3: In the same bowl, stir in 1 1/2 cups rolled oats, 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp baking soda, and 1/4 tsp salt until just combined.
- Step 4: Fold in 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
- Step 5: Scoop dough by rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly with back of spoon.
- Step 6: Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are golden and centers are set. Cool on sheets for 5 minutes then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Bowl Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies take to make?
Total time is about 24 minutes (10 min prep + 14 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 One-Bowl Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies?
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 One-Bowl Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies?
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 One-Bowl Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 18 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 18). 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.
What goes well with One-Bowl Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
