Name: Healthy 3 Ingredients Cookies (Banana Oat Chocolate Chip Recipe)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 17 min
Total time: 22 min
Ingredients: 2 ripe bananas (the spottier, the better!); 180g oats (you can use rolled or quick oats); 30g chocolate chips (dark, milk, or vegan – your choice!)

Hey friends!
Have you ever wanted to bake cookies but didn’t want to deal with a ton of ingredients or complicated steps? Well, let me tell you about these amazing 3-ingredients cookies that come straight from @healthy_floflo’s kitchen. You only need THREE things to make them and I bet you already have them at home!

These cookies are soft, sweet, and super satisfying. Plus, they’re great for breakfast, snacks, or even a healthy little dessert. No baking skills? No problem! Let’s jump right into this simple and yummy recipe.

Method (In Detail)

Mashing the Bananas

Start by peeling your two ripe bananas and placing them into a mixing bowl. The riper the bananas, the sweeter and softer your cookies will be. Using a fork, mash the bananas until they’re nice and smooth, almost like a thick banana puree. You don’t need to get every lump out some little chunks add texture but aim for a mostly smooth mix. This mashed banana will act as both the sweetener and the binding agent in your cookie dough.

Mixing in the Oats

Once your bananas are mashed, it’s time to add the oats. Pour in 180 grams of oats (rolled or quick oats both work well) and stir everything together with a spoon. The oats will start to absorb the moisture from the banana, creating a thick, sticky dough. Make sure all the oats are evenly coated so you don’t end up with dry spots in your cookies. If the dough looks too runny, let it sit for a minute to thicken. If it seems too dry, you can always mash in a bit more banana.

Adding the Chocolate Chips

Now for the fun part add in your chocolate chips! Use about 30 grams, or more if you’re feeling extra indulgent. You can use dark, milk, or even dairy-free chips, depending on your preference. Stir them into the dough so they’re spread out evenly. These melty pockets of chocolate will give your cookies that delicious, gooey touch once baked.

Shaping the Cookies

Line a baking tray with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Then, using a spoon (or your hands if you prefer), scoop out portions of the dough and place them on the tray. Shape each scoop into a small cookie round about the size of a golf ball, then gently flatten them into circles. The dough won’t spread much while baking, so the shape you form now will stay pretty much the same in the oven.

Baking Time

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) before baking. Once it’s ready, place the tray into the oven and bake your cookies for about 15 to 17 minutes. Keep an eye on them after the 15-minute mark; they should be lightly golden on the outside and firm enough to hold their shape. Don’t overbake, or they may become too dry. They won’t get super crispy like traditional cookies but should have a soft, chewy center with a slightly crisp edge.

Cooling Down

After baking, take the tray out and let the cookies cool for a few minutes on the tray. Then, transfer them to a cooling rack if you have one. Letting them cool helps them firm up a bit more and makes them easier to pick up and enjoy. Trust me they smell so good coming out of the oven, but give them a little time to cool so you don’t burn your mouth on hot chocolate chips!

Necessary Tools

You don’t need anything fancy!

A mixing bowl
A fork (to mash the bananas)
A spoon (to mix and scoop the dough)
Baking tray
Baking paper or silicone baking mat
Oven