Banana Bread Cookies (gluten free, vegan)
If you’re craving a sweet treat that’s both wholesome and satisfying, look no further than these delightful Banana Bread Cookies! This gluten-free and vegan recipe merges the beloved flavors of banana bread into a chewy, cookie form. Perfect for busy weekdays or family gatherings, these cookies are made from simple ingredients that offer a nutritious twist on traditional desserts. With their easy preparation and endless customization options—such as adding nuts or experimenting with spices—these cookies are sure to become a staple in your household. Plus, they’re ready in just 30 minutes, making them an ideal snack or dessert option any time of day!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 26 minutes
- Total Time: 36 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 1/4 cup overly ripe mashed bananas (about 4 medium bananas)
- 1 egg (or substitute with a flax egg)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons nut butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine almond flour, baking soda, sea salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, mash the overly ripe bananas until smooth, then add to the dry mixture.
- Stir in maple syrup and egg (or flax egg) until fully combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and nut butter.
- Using a cookie scoop, place dollops of dough onto the prepared baking sheet and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 26-30 minutes until set in the middle.
- Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg