Healthy & Easy Oat Cookies with Dried Fruits
Soft, chewy, naturally sweet oat cookies made with mashed banana, honey, and your favorite dried fruits. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or a healthy treat.
⏱ Total Time
Prep: 10 minutes
Bake: 12–15 minutes
Total: 25 minutes
Ingredients
1 cup rolled oats
1 medium ripe banana (mashed well)
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
2 tbsp olive oil or coconut oil
¼ tsp cinnamon
1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
¼ cup dried fruits (mix any):
raisins
cranberries
chopped apricots
chopped dates
1–2 tbsp chopped nuts (optional: walnuts, almonds)
Pinch of salt
Instructions
1. Prepare the Dough
1. Mash the banana in a bowl until smooth.
2. Add honey, oil, vanilla, and cinnamon. Mix well.
3. Add oats, dried fruits, nuts, and a pinch of salt.
4. Mix until a thick cookie dough forms.
2. Shape the Cookies
1. Scoop small spoonfuls of dough onto a lined baking tray.
2. Flatten slightly with your fingers (they won’t spread much).
3. Bake
Bake at 175°C for 12–15 minutes until lightly golden.
Let cool for 10 minutes — they firm up as they cool.
Healthy tips
Want crunchy cookies? Bake 3–4 minutes longer.
Want more protein? Add 1 tbsp chia seeds or 2 tbsp peanut butter.
Want more sweetness? Add 1 chopped date or extra honey.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 70–85
Protein: 1.5–2g
Carbs: 12–14g
Fat: 2–3g
Fiber: 1–2g