Description
These 3-Ingredient Chocolate Banana Cookies are a simple and delicious vegan treat made with ripe bananas, creamy peanut butter, and cocoa powder. Naturally sweetened and gluten-free, they are quick to prepare and perfect for a healthy snack or dessert.
Ingredients
Cookies
- 3 large ripe bananas, mashed (about 1.5 cups)
- ⅔ cup creamy peanut butter
- ⅔ cup cocoa powder
- Pinch sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mash Bananas: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until most lumps are gone, but it’s okay if the mixture remains somewhat chunky for texture.
- Add Peanut Butter: Stir in the creamy peanut butter vigorously until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and well combined.
- Incorporate Cocoa Powder: Gently mix in the cocoa powder at first, as it tends to fluff up, then stir more vigorously once partially mixed to fully incorporate it into the batter.
- Form Cookies: The dough will be very sticky and gooey. Use two spoons to scoop and drop cookie dough portions onto the prepared baking sheet. Shape them to desired cookie size; note that they won’t spread much during baking.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the cookies are set and firm to the touch.
- Cool Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 to 10 minutes before serving to let them firm up further.
Notes
- These cookies are vegan and gluten-free by default.
- You can substitute the peanut butter with any other creamy nut or seed butter if desired.
- Adjust cocoa powder quantity slightly for a milder or more intense chocolate flavor.
- Keep an eye on baking time; over-baking can make them dry.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
