Healthy Cookies With No Sugar (Print View)
Naturally sweetened cookies with oats, banana, and chocolate. A nourishing option for guilt-free snacking.
# What You'll Need:
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3 ripe bananas, mashed
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1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
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2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
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1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
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1/4 cup raisins or chopped nuts
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1 cup dark chocolate chunks
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
# Directions:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C).
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In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the mashed bananas and unsweetened applesauce until fully blended.
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Mix in the vanilla extract and ground cinnamon, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
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Add the rolled oats to the wet mixture and stir until the oats are thoroughly coated.
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Pour the almond milk into the bowl and mix to moisten the oats. Fold in raisins or chopped nuts along with the dark chocolate chunks, dispersing them evenly.
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or coat lightly with nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
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Spoon out equal portions of the cookie mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, flattening each slightly with the back of a spoon or your hand.
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Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cookies are firm and lightly golden.
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Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Let the cookies cool for several minutes before transferring to a wire rack to finish cooling.
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Once cooled completely, enjoy these healthy, naturally sweetened cookies.
# Notes:
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For extra texture, substitute half the chocolate chunks with chopped walnuts or pecans. Ensure to use ripe bananas for optimal sweetness without added sugar.