Healthy Cookies Without Sugar
Soft, chewy healthy cookies made with bananas, oats, applesauce, and dark chocolate—naturally sweet, sugar-free, and perfect for everyday snacking.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- ⅓ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 cups rolled oats
- ¼ cup almond milk
- ¼ cup raisins or chopped nuts
- 1 cup dark chocolate chunks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas and unsweetened applesauce until smooth.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and ground cinnamon until evenly incorporated.
- Add the rolled oats and mix until fully coated by the banana mixture.
- Pour in the almond milk to moisten the oats, then fold in raisins or nuts and dark chocolate chunks.
- Scoop portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet and flatten slightly with a spoon or your hand.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the cookies are set and lightly golden on the edges.
- Remove from the oven and allow cookies to cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Tips & Variations
- Use very ripe bananas for maximum natural sweetness
- Swap almond milk for oat or coconut milk
- Add shredded coconut, flaxseed, or chia seeds
- Use dairy-free chocolate chips if needed
- Make them nut-free by skipping nuts and using seeds instead
Storage
- Room temperature: Up to 2 days in an airtight container
- Refrigerator: Up to 5 days
- Freezer: Freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months