Soft Baked Banana Oat Cookies with Cinnamon
Chewy and naturally sweetened cookies made with ripe bananas, rolled oats, and a hint of cinnamon, perfect for a wholesome treat for kids. This kid friendly-inspired desserts ready in about 25 minutes layers medium ripe bananas, mashed, 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 80 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.
Ingredients
- 2 medium ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, mash 2 medium ripe bananas thoroughly until smooth.
- Step 3: Stir in 1 1/2 cups rolled oats, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/2 tsp baking powder until the mixture is well combined.
- Step 4: Fold in 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
- Step 5: Using a tablespoon, scoop 12 portions of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart, and flatten each slightly with the back of the spoon.
- Step 6: Bake for 12-15 minutes until the cookies are set and lightly golden around the edges. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Soft Baked Banana Oat Cookies with Cinnamon 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 Soft Baked Banana Oat Cookies with Cinnamon?
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 Soft Baked Banana Oat Cookies with Cinnamon?
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 Soft Baked Banana Oat Cookies with Cinnamon 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.
What goes well with Soft Baked Banana Oat Cookies with Cinnamon?
Kid Friendly 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.
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