Simple Banana Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies (w/ Chocolate Chips!)
With just a handful of wholesome ingredients & a few minutes, you can whip up these one-bowl banana oatmeal breakfast cookies for a quick breakfast or sweet snack. These nutrient-packed cookies are naturally sweetened with maple syrup & bananas, along with an optional sprinkling of chocolate chips.
5 star review
“I just made these and not only were they super easy (I love the one bowl), but they were so delicious! All four of my kids devoured them. I love that for treat, they are a healthier alternative. Definitely will be my go-to cookie from now on. Thank you!”
– Shannon
Banana Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies: It’s What’s For Breakfast!
Listen, I strongly believe that we all need more breakfast cookies in our lives! Because for starters, who doesn’t want to start the day eating cookies? Second, they are suuuper simple and really easy to make ahead, so breakfast is ready to go with minimal effort. And finally, these banana breakfast cookies are packed with wholesome ingredients, and are a great way to get a little extra goodness into yourself (and your kids!)
Since my carrot cake breakfast cookies have been so popular with you guys, I decided we needed a new version to add into the rotation. And because Elle is obsessed with all things chocolate, a banana + chocolate variation seemed like a natural choice! The tiny amount of chocolate makes these seem like a decadent treat, and the oats and almond butter make them substantial and filling enough to get you through the morning. And if you have little ones, I’m pretty sure they’re going to think having chocolate chips for breakfast is genius. Beyond breakfast, I also love enjoying them in the afternoon with a cup of tea, or in the evening too, for a little sweet treat.
Tips for Wholesome Breakfast Cookies
- Omit the chocolate chips and substitute raisins or any other unsweetened, dried fruit to make these breakfast cookies refined sugar-free.
- Omit the almond butter and replace it with additional coconut oil to make these breakfast cookies nut-free.
- Make your own oat flour for this recipe by placing 2 cups whole rolled oats in a blender and blending until a coarse flour forms.
Simple Banana Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies (w/ Chocolate Chips!)
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup coconut oil, melted
- ⅓ cup pure maple syrup (or honey)
- ⅓ cup very ripe banana, mashed (about 2 medium bananas)
- ¼ cup smooth almond butter
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups oat flour
- 2 cups old-fashioned whole rolled oats
- ⅓ cup ground flax seeds
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ cup chocolate chips, plus more for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease 2 baking sheets.
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until well-combined. Add the coconut oil, maple syrup, mashed bananas, almond butter, and vanilla extract, whisking to combine. It’s okay if the coconut oil solidifies a bit.
- Add oat flour, whole oats, flax seeds, salt, and baking powder, stirring until well-combined. Add the chocolate chips and stir together gently.
- Spoon heaping tablespoons of the dough onto your greased baking sheets, using your fingers to flatten each cookie. Top each cookie with 3 additional chocolate chips each, if you like.
- Bake for 12 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
- Serve the cookies immediately, store in an airtight container, or freeze for breakfasts or snacks.
Notes
- Freezing: To freeze, allow the cookies to cool completely. Place a piece of parchment or plastic wrap in between each cookie so they don’t stick together, then seal in an air-tight container or freezable bag for up to a month in the freezer. Defrost or gently reheat prior to serving.
- Oat Flour: You can make your own oat flour for this recipe by placing 2 cups whole rolled oats in a blender and blending until a coarse flour forms. Or you can purchase pre-made oat flour at many grocery stores and natural food markets or online.
- Gluten-Free: If you are gluten-free, be sure to buy oats that are specifically labeled gluten-free.
- Dairy-Free: Most chocolate chips include dairy. Be sure to use dairy-free if that’s important to you. I like the Enjoy Life brand.
These look delicious! Do you think I could sub peanut butter for the almond butter?
Mollie, I do believe that would work wonderfully. Let us know how they turn out!
I’ve made them with homemade almond butter and with store bought peanut butter, and they’re great both ways!
Melissa, love the idea of homemade almond butter. Sounds amazing!! Great to know that both work. Thanks for sharing. 🙂
Hi. Could I sub Almond Meal for the Oat Flour?
Juli, I have not tried making these using almond flour. Almond flour is quite a bit different than oat flour in fat content and moisture, so I’m not sure how they would turn out. If you try it let us know the results!
These look delicious! The only thing I’m missing is the flax seed. Could I sub something else or do I really need it?
Megan, the flax adds a little extra nutritional goodness, but I think you can just replace it one-to-one with oat flour and they should turn out fine. Let us know the results!
Maybe I’m missing it, but when do you add the almond butter?
Nope, you weren’t missing anything, Stephanie. Thanks for the catch! I’ve edited the recipe to include the almond butter to be added with the rest of the wet ingredients. I hope you enjoy!
Can I substitute whole wheat flour for the oat flour?
Hi Ashlee, I haven’t tested these with whole wheat flour. If you try them and have good results let us know!
Does the batter freeze well?
Great question, Vanessa. I haven’t tried freezing the batter, raw, only the fully cooked version at this point. I would imagine you could freeze individually portioned dough and then bake from raw. If you try it and it works out well, let me know!
I just made these and not only were they super easy (I love the one bowl), but they were so delicious! All four of my kids devoured them. I love that for treat, they are a healthier alternative. Definitely will be my go-to cookie from now on. Thank you!
Love that Shannon! Thanks for sharing. I hope you and your gang continue to enjoy! 🙂
This recipe calls for only 1/3 cup mashed bananas. Is that correct? I know it says 2 mashed bananas, but that measures more than 1/3 cup. Thanks.
It’s 1/3 cup mashed bananas. Bananas are different sizes, so go with the exact measurement.
What’s the nutritional facts on these? They look delicious but I want to see if it’s safe to eat 10 for breakfast 😂
Daisy, I don’t provide nutritional info, though you can enter the info into an online calculator if that’s important to you. I’d say listen to your body and see how many you need to feel full. 🙂
Made this oldie but a goodie today. Still so satisfying and so delish!
Yay, Ashley, so glad you enjoyed!!