Florencia Baldini Last Updated on June 24, 2026These Healthy Banana Cookies are proof that eating well doesn’t mean giving up the foods you love. For me, healthy eating has never been about restriction. It’s about choosing ingredients that nourish your body while still tasting absolutely delicious.
These cookies are naturally sweetened with ripe bananas, packed with fibre from oats and nuts, and made with dark chocolate for a little indulgence. They come together in one bowl, require no special equipment, and are ready in under 20 minutes from start to finish.
They’re soft, chewy, naturally gluten-free (if using certified gluten-free oats), and make a brilliant breakfast on the go, afternoon snack, or healthier sweet treat. The combination of bananas, oats, almond butter, pecans, and dark chocolate creates a cookie that feels comforting and satisfying while providing fibre, healthy fats, and slow-releasing energy.
If your idea of healthy eating is simple, stress-free recipes made with wholesome ingredients, these cookies are definitely for you.
Reasons To Love Them
- Naturally sweetened with ripe bananas
- Made in one bowl
- High in fibre from oats, almonds, and pecans
- Contains healthy fats from nuts and almond butter
- No refined flour
- Ready in under 20 minutes
- Great for meal prep
- Freezer-friendly
- Family-friendly
- No fancy equipment needed
Tips & Hacks
- Use Spotty Bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavourful the cookies will be.
- Don’t Overbake: These cookies should stay soft in the centre. They will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Add Texture: Reserve a few chocolate chips and flaked almonds to sprinkle on top before baking for a bakery-style finish.
- Make A Double Batch: These freeze beautifully, so it’s worth making extra.
Swaps
- Almond Butter: Peanut butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter should work instead of almond butter, although the flavour will vary slightly.
- Porridge Oats: I use rolled oats for this recipe. Use a gluten-free version if you have a dietary requirement.
- Dark Chocolate Chips: I love to use dark chocolate chips with 70% cocoa for a more wholesome option. Any chocolate chips will work here.
- Pecans: Walnuts, hazelnuts, or extra flaked almonds work well in place of pecans.
- Flaked Almonds: Chopped almonds or additional pecans can be used instead.
Storage
Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Freezer: Freeze in a sealed container for up to 3 months. Allow to thaw at room temperature before serving.
Notes
- These cookies are naturally sweetened with banana and contain no refined sugar.
- Oats, almonds, and pecans contribute fibre, which helps support digestive health.
- Dark chocolate contains naturally occurring plant compounds called polyphenols, known for their antioxidant properties.
- The mixture should be soft and slightly sticky before baking.
- Perfect for lunchboxes, meal prep, or an easy afternoon snack.
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- Healthy Dubai Chocolate Bar (No-Bake, 4 Ingredients)
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Healthy Banana Cookies
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 40 g almond butter
- 60 g porridge oats
- 40 g dark chocolate chips
- 30 g flaked almonds
- 30 g pecans, roughly chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C fan (350°F). Line a baking tray with baking paper.
- Add the bananas to a large bowl and mash until smooth.
- Stir in the almond butter until fully combined.
- Add the oats, chocolate chips, flaked almonds, and chopped pecans.
- Mix until everything is evenly incorporated.
- Scoop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking tray and gently flatten into cookie shapes.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.