Vegan Banana Bread Protein Cookies
Deliciously moist and naturally sweet vegan cookies infused with banana bread flavors and a protein boost, perfect for a healthy snack or post-workout treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup oat flour
- 1/2 cup vegan protein powder (vanilla flavor)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup vegan chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Add the maple syrup, almond butter, and vanilla extract to the bananas; mix well.
- In a separate bowl, combine oat flour, vegan protein powder, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Fold in chopped walnuts and vegan chocolate chips if using.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, flattening them slightly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden and cookies are set.
- Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For extra chewiness, substitute half the oat flour with whole wheat flour, or add a tablespoon of ground flaxseed for more fiber.