Banana Chia Breakfast Cookies

In recent years, there has been a notable shift towards healthier breakfast options, with many people seeking meals that are not only nutritious but also quick to prepare. As our lives become increasingly busy, the demand for breakfast recipes that can be made in advance and consumed on-the-go has surged. Enter the Banana Chia Breakfast Cookies—an innovative and delicious solution that perfectly balances convenience and health.

Discover a nutritious and convenient breakfast option with Banana Chia Breakfast Cookies! Perfect for busy mornings, these cookies combine ripe bananas, chia seeds, and rolled oats for a wholesome start to your day. Packed with essential nutrients and natural sweetness, they are easy to prepare and can be made in advance. Enjoy them on the go or paired with yogurt and fruit for a balanced meal. Try these delightful cookies today and fuel your day the healthy way!

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Ingredients

2 ripe bananas, mashed

1 cup rolled oats

1/2 cup almond flour (or any flour of choice)

1/4 cup chia seeds

1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (adjust for sweetness)

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)

1/4 cup finely chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans, optional)

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Mash Bananas: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. They should be creamy with minimal lumps.

Combine Wet Ingredients: Stir in the honey (or maple syrup) and vanilla extract into the mashed bananas until well combined.

Mix Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond flour, chia seeds, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well to ensure all dry ingredients are evenly distributed.

Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet banana mixture. Stir until fully incorporated. If desired, fold in dark chocolate chips and nuts for an extra crunch and flavor.

Form Cookies: Using a tablespoon or a small ice cream scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Flatten them slightly as they won’t spread much during baking.

Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies are set.

Cool Cookies: Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serve & Enjoy: Enjoy these healthy breakfast cookies warm or store them in an airtight container for up to a week.

Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 10 minutes | 22 minutes | 12 cookies