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Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Cookies: The Best Guilt-Free Treat

Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Cookies
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These Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Cookies are not just delicious but also guilt-free! Enjoy the perfect treat that satisfies your sweet tooth while keeping it healthy.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1 cup natural peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup oats
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Add the peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and mix well.
  4. Stir in the baking soda and salt.
  5. Add the oats and mix until combined.
  6. If desired, fold in the chocolate chips.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
  • For longer storage, keep in the fridge for up to two weeks or freeze for up to three months.

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