Healthy Cookies – No Sugar! No Flour!

Craving something sweet but trying to avoid sugar and flour? These healthy cookies are the perfect guilt-free treat for you! Packed with flavor and goodness, you won’t believe they are actually good for you!

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe bananas
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/4 cup almond butter
• 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup chopped nuts (such as almonds or walnuts)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• Pinch of salt

Instructions:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• In a bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add in the almond butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well.
• Stir in the rolled oats, chocolate chips, and chopped nuts until well combined.
• Using a spoon, drop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, shaping them into cookies.
• Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
• Allow the cookies to cool before enjoying!

Nutrition Information:

• Serving size: 1 cookie
• Calories: 120
• Fat: 6g
• Carbohydrates: 14g
• Fiber: 2g
• Protein: 3g

Enjoy these guilt-free cookies as a snack or dessert, knowing that you are treating your body well with each bite!

Popular questions:

• Q: Can I use a different nut butter?

A: Yes, feel free to substitute almond butter with any nut or seed butter of your choice.

• Q: Can I omit the chocolate chips?

A: Of course! You can replace them with dried fruit or just leave them out altogether.

• Q: Can I make these cookies ahead of time?

A: Yes, these cookies store well in an airtight container for up to a week.

Helpful tips:

• For an extra flavor kick, add a sprinkle of shredded coconut to the dough.
• To make these cookies even more nutritious, add a tablespoon of chia or flax seeds.
• Swap out the nuts for sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds for a different texture.

Expert Secrets:

• Make sure your bananas are ripe for natural sweetness and easy mashing.
• Don’t overmix the dough to ensure a tender cookie texture.
• Let the cookies cool completely before storing to prevent sogginess.