Banana Oat Cookies

Soft, naturally sweet, and made from just a handful of wholesome ingredients, these simple cookies remind us that comfort doesn't have to be complicated. A gentle treat for slow mornings, afternoon pauses, or whenever you need a little nourishment made with care.

🛒 Ingredients (8–10 small cookies)

Base

• 2 ripe bananas, mashed

• 1 cup rolled oats

Optional add-ins

• 2 tbsp dark chocolate chips or raisins

• 1 tbsp nut butter or crushed nuts

• ½ tsp cinnamon

• Pinch of salt

⏱️ Time

• Prep: 5 minutes

• Cook: 15 minutes

🍳 Method

1. Preheat

   • Heat a skillet or flat non-stick pan over low-medium heat (or use an air fryer if available).

   • If you have access to an oven, you can bake them at 180 °C (350 °F) for 12–15 minutes instead.

2. Mix the dough

   • In a bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.

   • Stir in oats and any add-ins of your choice.

   • The mixture should hold together — slightly sticky but shapeable.

3. Shape and cook

   • Scoop spoonfuls of the mixture and flatten gently into small cookie rounds.

   • Place on a lightly greased pan or lined tray.

   • Cook 3–4 minutes per side, until golden and firm.

4. Cool and enjoy

   • Let cool slightly before serving — they’ll firm up as they rest.

🌱 Mindful Moment

As the cookies cook, notice the scent of banana and oats filling the air — warm, familiar, grounding. When you take your first bite, pause and feel the quiet satisfaction of something simple made with care.

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