Description

These Banana Blueberry Breakfast Cookies are a wholesome, naturally sweetened treat perfect for a quick morning meal or snack. Made with ripe bananas, applesauce, oats, and fresh or frozen blueberries, they are easy to prepare and baked to a soft, chewy perfection. Naturally gluten-free and packed with fruit and whole grains, these cookies provide a nutritious start to your day.

Ingredients

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Banana Mixture

2 ripe bananas, mashed
½ cup applesauce
½ tsp vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

1 ½ cups old-fashioned oats

Fruit

½ cup fresh or frozen blueberries

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the cookies evenly.
Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and makes for easy cleanup.
Mash Bananas: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth to create a natural sweet base for the cookies.
Combine Wet Ingredients: Stir in the applesauce and vanilla extract into the mashed bananas until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
Add Oats: Mix in the old-fashioned oats, stirring thoroughly until fully incorporated into the wet mixture forming a thick dough.
Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold in the blueberries carefully to avoid crushing, evenly distributing them throughout the batter.
Shape Cookies: Scoop heaping tablespoons of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them to avoid sticking.
Flatten Cookies: Slightly flatten each scoop into cookie shapes with your fingers or a spatula for even baking.
Bake: Bake the cookies for 15-18 minutes, or until they are set and lightly golden on the edges.
Cool on Sheet: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes so they firm up and are easier to transfer.
Cool Completely: Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.

Notes

You can use either fresh or frozen blueberries; if using frozen, no need to thaw before adding.
To add extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
For a crunchier texture, slightly toast the oats before mixing.
If you want vegan cookies, ensure your applesauce is unsweetened and free from animal products.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American