Description
Healthy Pumpkin Banana Oatmeal Cookies are a naturally sweet, hearty treat perfect for cozy mornings or afternoon snacks. Pumpkin puree and ripe bananas keep these cookies moist without extra fats or refined sugar, while rolled oats add fiber and lasting energy. Warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg bring out the best fall flavors, making each bite soft, chewy, and satisfying. This recipe is easy to follow and customizable with add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips. Whether for breakfast, lunch boxes, or a quick snack, these cookies deliver wholesome comfort in every bite.
Ingredients
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, whisk together rolled oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mash the banana and stir in pumpkin puree and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and fold gently until just combined.
5. Fold in nuts or chocolate chips if using.
6. Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to drop dough onto the baking sheet, flattening each slightly.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers are set.
8. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: snack
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: american
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 4
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 2
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: pumpkin banana cookies, oatmeal cookies, healthy cookies, pumpkin oatmeal, breakfast cookies, fall snacks, easy baking