Ingredients and Weight:
- Bananas: 2 (ripe)
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups
- Oats: 1 cup
- Butter: 1 stick (1/2 cup)
- Brown sugar: 1/2 cup
- Egg: 1
- Baking powder: 1 tsp
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Salt: 1/4 tsp
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Cream together the butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mix well.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Add the bananas and oats and mix gently.
- Drop the cookie dough by spoonful onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Each cookie contains approximately 200 calories.
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 3g
- Fiber: 2g (thanks to the oats)
Dish Characteristics:
- The combination of bananas and oats gives these cookies a unique and delicious flavor.
- The cookies are soft, yet crispy on the edges, providing a perfect balance of textures.
- The use of whole oats adds a nutritional boost with fiber and protein.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! The combination of banana and oats is so unique and tasty." - John Doe, New York.
- "These cookies are perfect for a healthy snack or dessert. I love the combination of flavors." - Jane Smith, California.
- "These cookies are so easy to make and they taste great! I will definitely make them again." - Michael Johnson, Texas.
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture in the cookies.
- Do not overbake the cookies, or they will become hard and crunchy.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh and soft for longer.
