Mornings can be a rush, and finding a wholesome and convenient breakfast option can be a challenge. Introducing these Banana Protein Breakfast Cookies – a delicious, nutritious, and portable way to kickstart your day. Packed with the goodness of bananas and protein, these cookies make for a perfect on-the-go breakfast or a satisfying snack. They taste like chocolate chip banana bread, and to be honest, you really can’t beat that. Check out the full recipe below;)
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Why Breakfast Cookies?
Traditional breakfast/snack options might leave you feeling sluggish or hungry quickly. But these Banana Protein Breakfast Cookies offer a balanced combination of complex carbohydrates, protein, and healthy fats, ensuring a steady release of energy to keep you fueled throughout that midmorning slump. Plus, who doesn’t love the idea of having cookies for breakfast?
Are they healthy?
These Banana Protein Breakfast Cookies are made with nutritious ingredients like oats, bananas, nut butter, and clean protein powder. I love to eat these alongside some eggs or yogurt in the morning, as a pre/post workout snack, or in between meal-type-of-snack.
Health Benefits:
- Bananas: Packed with vitamins, minerals, and natural sugars, providing a quick energy boost.
- Nut Butter: A good source of healthy fats and protein, keeping you satiated. I use peanut butter, but almond butter or sunflower butter would be excellent subs!
- Rolled Oats: Rich in fiber and complex whole-grain carbohydrates for sustained energy.
- Protein Powder: Boosts the protein content, aiding in muscle repair and keeping you full for hours. I use TumLove!
- Dark Chocolate Chips: Add a touch of indulgence and antioxidants. I use Bake Believe.
Also, these cookies can be made gluten and dairy free by using gf oats, dairy free chocolate, and suitable protein powder. And they are made with no added sugar (only using the ripe bananas to sweeten)!
Need more banana recipe inspo?
It’s no secret that bananas are one of my absolute favorite and most-consumed food. Here are some of my favorite banana recipes;)
- Cinnamon Crunch Banana Bread (healthier, df, gf)
- Strawberry Banana Smoothie Bowl
- Gabi’s Healthy Banana Bread
- Chocolate Banana Chia Bites
- Strawberry Banana Smoothie
- Bougie Hawaiian Banana Bread
- Chocolate PB Protein Shake
- Healthy Banana Pancakes (with carmelized bananas)
Banana Protein Breakfast Cookies
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- ¼ cup peanut butter
- 1 cup old fashioned oats use gluten free if needed!
- ¼ cup vanilla protein powder use a dairy free powder if needed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips
- ½ tsp cinnamon optional
Instructions
- First, preheat the oven to 350 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, or just grease it, and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Stir the the peanut butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Next, add the oats, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until fully combined. Mix in the chocolate chips.
- Scoop the cookie "dough" into 10-12 even-sized balls and place on the parchment lined pan. Slightly smash the cookies down with a spoon before baking. Bake the cookies for about 12-16 minutes until slightly golden brown on the edges.
- Let the cookies cool slightly before enjoying! Leftover cookies can be stored room temperature for up to 3 days, otherwise keep them in the fridge for about a week. These make the best meal prep!
Whether you’re grabbing them on the way out the door or enjoying a leisurely breakfast at home, these cookies are a delicious and wholesome way to fuel your day. Give them a try and start your day on a sweet and nutritious note!
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