Banana Oats Cookies

Ingredients: 

• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/4 cup peanut butter (or almond butter)
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
• 1/4 cup chocolate chips or nuts (optional)

Instructions: 

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, mix the mashed bananas, oats, peanut butter, honey (if using), vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined.
3. Fold in the chocolate chips or nuts if you’re using them.
4. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
5. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden.
6. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.