Always looking for healthier dessert options? These No Sugar Added Cookies are a perfect treat to satisfy your sweet tooth without the guilt. Packed with wholesome ingredients and natural sweetness, these cookies are easy to make and oh-so-delicious. Whether you’re trying to cut back on refined sugars or just looking for a tasty snack, these cookies will become your new favorite go-to recipe.
Title: No Sugar Added Cookies
Ingredients:
– 2 ripe bananas
– 1 cup oats
– ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1 tsp cinnamon
– ¼ cup chopped nuts or seeds (optional)
– ¼ cup dried fruits (optional)
– Pinch of salt
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
3. Add the oats, unsweetened applesauce, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to the mashed bananas. Mix well until all ingredients are fully combined.
4. If desired, fold in chopped nuts or seeds for added crunch and dried fruits for extra sweetness.
5. Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop dollops of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
6. Gently flatten the dough mounds with the back of a spoon to create cookie shapes.
7. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the cookies are golden brown around the edges.
8. Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes.
9. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before enjoying.
10. Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
No Sugar Added Cookies are perfect for a quick breakfast on-the-go, a satisfying snack, or a guilt-free dessert. These cookies are versatile, and you can customize them by adding your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips, coconut flakes, or even a sprinkle of sea salt on top for that sweet and savory flavor combo. Plus, they are a great way to use up overripe bananas and reduce food waste.
These cookies are not only delicious but also nutritious, providing a good source of fiber from the oats, vitamins and potassium from the bananas, and antioxidants from the cinnamon. They are perfect for those following a gluten-free or dairy-free diet as well. So, next time you crave something sweet, whip up a batch of these No Sugar Added Cookies for a guilt-free indulgence that tastes just as good as traditional cookies.
