Ingredients and Weight
- 1 Cup (2 Sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 Cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 Cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 Large egg
- 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 Cups all-purpose flour
- 1 Teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 Teaspoon salt
- 1 Cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 Cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1/4 Cup banana chips, chopped (optional)
- 1/3 Cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
- 1/4 Teaspoon cayenne pepper
Preparation Time
Cooking Time
Difficulty Level
Preparation Method Steps
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, oats, walnuts, banana chips (if using), chocolate chips (if using), and cayenne pepper.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Drop the dough by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics
- Chewy, soft, and slightly spicy
- Filled with oats, walnuts, and banana chips
- Perfect for a sweet and savory treat
User Comments
- "These cookies are the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy. I love the chewy texture and the crunch from the walnuts." - Cindy H.
- "I've never had oatmeal cookies like these before! The banana chips add a unique flavor that I really enjoyed." - Mary J.
- "These cookies are a great way to enjoy the flavors of banana bread and oatmeal cookies in one bite. They're perfect for a quick snack or dessert." - Jessica L.
Special Precautions and Tips
- If you don't have cayenne pepper, you can substitute with 1/8 teaspoon of ground cinnamon or nutmeg.
- For a sweeter cookie, add 1/4 cup more granulated sugar to the dough.
- To make the cookies gluten-free, use gluten-free flour and oats.
