Smooth Banana Oat Breakfast Cookies
Soft and wholesome breakfast cookies made with ripe bananas, oats, and a hint of cinnamon, perfect for a quick and healthy start to the day. This american-inspired breakfast ready in about 25 minutes layers medium, mashed ripe bananas, rolled oats, ground cinnamon 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 140 calories and feeds 6, 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
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup (optional) mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 tsp salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, mash 2 medium ripe bananas until smooth.
- Step 2: Add 1 1/2 cups rolled oats, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 2 tbsp honey, and 1/4 tsp salt to the mashed bananas. Stir together until combined.
- Step 3: Fold in 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips if using, distributing evenly through the batter.
- Step 4: Using a spoon, drop 12 evenly sized dollops of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, flattening each slightly to form cookie shapes.
- Step 5: Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are set and cookies are lightly golden.
- Step 6: Remove from oven and cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy these soft breakfast cookies warm or at room temperature.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Smooth Banana Oat Breakfast Cookies take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Smooth Banana Oat Breakfast 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 Smooth Banana Oat Breakfast 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 Smooth Banana Oat Breakfast Cookies for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Smooth Banana Oat Breakfast Cookies?
American breakfast 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.
