Ingredients
2 ripe bananas, mashed
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup protein powder
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, mix together the mashed bananas, oats, protein powder, and cinnamon until well combined.
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Stir in the chocolate chips and chopped walnuts, if using.
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Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown.
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Let the cookies cool completely before serving.
Notes
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Add-ins: Add dried fruit like raisins or cranberries, seeds like chia or flax, or a scoop of nut butter for extra flavor and richness.
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Sweetener Options: For a sweeter cookie, add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup to the dough.
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Nuts: You can substitute walnuts with almonds, pecans, or any other nuts you prefer.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Healthy Treats
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
