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Banana Oatmeal Cookies

Published: Apr 22, 2020 · Modified: Aug 21, 2020 by heather · This post may contain affiliate links

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Banana oatmeal cookies are soft, chewy and full of banana flavor. A family favorite!

We love using bananas in our recipes like banana pudding dip, banana donut holes , and these cookies.

Cookies stacked on a plate

At our house we either seem to never have enough bananas or way too many. The go in waves where they will eat several a day or none at all.

If I find myself having brown bananas that no one wants to eat, these cookies are the first thing I make.

Don’t get me wrong, I love ripe bananas for banana muffins , cake mix banana bread and fried bananas, but these cookies are irresistible. They are soft and chewy, taste like banana bread and easy to make. 

What you need

Bananas – Use ripe bananas if you have them. The more ripe they are, the sweeter the taste. This recipe call for 3. 

Old fashioned oats – I like using old fashioned oats but you can substitute with quick oats. The difference between them is the way they are cut. Old fashioned oats will give a chewier texture which I prefer in these cookies. 

Other standard cookie ingredients – all-purpose flour, sugar, brown sugar, egg, baking soda and cinnamon. 

How to make

Scroll the the bottom for full printable recipe, ingredients and video. 

  1. Mix – Cream together brown sugar, sugar and softened butter until well combined. Add egg and vanilla and mix.
  2. Mash – Mash bananas and add them into sugar mixture. Use a fork or masher to get the right consistency. 
  3. Dry ingredients – Whisk together flour, baking powder and cinnamon in a separate bowl. Add in with sugar mixture and mix until combined.
  4. Oats – Stir in old fashioned oats. 
  5. Bake – Drop batter on prepared sheet pan about 1-inch apart. Bake for approximately 10 minutes.
  6. Cool – Cool on a wire rack and serve.

Steps to making cookies

Tips for a great cookie

  • Make sure to use softened butter. 
  • Use a small ice cream scoop for even sized cookies. 
  • Be sure not to over bake. You want the edges to just start turning light golden brown then they are ready to come out of the oven.

Variations

Try adding in other ingredients to make different versions of this banana oatmeal cookie.

  • Chocolate chips
  • Butterscotch chips
  • Raisins
  • Pecans or walnuts

How to soften butter

I try to place butter out an hour before baking but sometimes I just forget.

Some tips for softening quickly:

  • Cut the butter into smaller cubes. This helps soften faster.  
  • Grate it with a cheese grater. The smaller pieces help it soften. 
  • Soften for a few seconds in the microwave. This would be my last choice because it can melt completely but in a pinch it works. 

How to store 

They will stay good for 4-5 days if kept in an airtight container at room temperature. They do not need to be refrigerated. 

To freeze, let completely cool and place in a freezer safe bag for up to 3-4 months. Thaw at room temperature. 

To freeze dough, put scoops of dough on a cookie sheet and freeze solid. Place the frozen scoops in freezer safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw dough before baking. 

Hand holding cookie

More cookie recipes you might enjoy

  • Soft Ginger Cookies – These are some of my favorite, especially over the holidays. Super soft and chewy. 
  • Chocolate Chip Oreo Cookies – Chocolate cookies with chocolate chips and Oreo pieces. 
  • Cherry Bon Bons – Sugar cookie dough wrapped around a cherry and covered in cherry glaze. 
  • Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookies – Chewy cookies filled with cinnamon and oatmeal. 
  • German chocolate chocolate chip cookies – Chocolate chip cookies topped with a German chocolate cake frosting. 
  • Butterscotch Cookies – These old fashioned cookies are thin and chewy with great butterscotch flavor. 

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Banana Oatmeal Cookies

Chewy, delicious banana oatmeal cookies.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time18 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: banana oatmeal cookies
Servings: 24
Calories: 180kcal
Author: Heather

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup mashed bananas about 3
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3 cups old fashioned oats

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  • Using an electric mixer, cream together butter, brown sugar and sugar.
  • Mix in egg, vanilla and mashed bananas.
  • Mix in flour, baking soda and cinnamon until combined. Stir in oats.
  • Place spoonfull of mixture on cookie sheet about 1 inch apart. Bake for approximately 10 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool on wire rack.

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Nutrition

Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 102mg | Potassium: 95mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 193IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg
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Comments

  1. LiseLotte says

    November 14, 2020 at 8:28 pm

    5 stars
    Excellent cookie! Flavor is deep and rich with banana and oats. I added chocolate chips and the flavor changed. I prefer them without the chips, nothing wrong with the chip flavor but I like the banana and oats flavor. I did add sliced almonds on top before baking and that enhanced the flavor but kept it real. The edges are flakey crispy and the inside is just the right amount of soft and chewy goodness. Super easy and quick to make and the ingredients are a staple in my home.

    Reply
    • heather says

      November 14, 2020 at 9:55 pm

      So happy you enjoyed them!

      Reply
  2. Deborah says

    October 25, 2020 at 11:13 pm

    3 stars
    Ok, so all of the comments just said they “looked” delicious? I actually made them tonight. The recipe will need to be altered a bit to be a true cookie. If you are looking for banana bread in the shape of a cookie, then this recipe is for you. They are great for same day serving but not for a bake sale.
    I’m scrambling my brain to try to figure out how to keep it soft and chewy, but still stuff like a cookie.
    Very glad I gave it a try. I needed to get rid of these old bananas.
    Please do not mistake my critique, they are delicious, but they have less structure than a muffin top and therefore cannot be labeled a cookie. More of a baked banana fritter. Which is definitely healthier!

    Reply
  3. Ana says

    April 26, 2020 at 5:01 pm

    5 stars
    I love oatmeal cookies and your banana oatmeal cookies look divine. I’d love to give it a try!

    Reply
  4. Swathi says

    April 24, 2020 at 5:20 am

    5 stars
    Banana oatmeal cookies looks delicious kids will love it have some ripe banana in my hand I am going to try it.

    Reply
  5. rik says

    April 24, 2020 at 4:47 am

    5 stars
    I am a big fan of banana flavor! I love how you incorporated healthy ingredients to make these cookies!

    Reply
  6. Lizzie Lau says

    April 24, 2020 at 3:06 am

    A cookie that tastes like banana bread? I’m in. This will probably become one of our family favorites.

    Reply
  7. Jenn @ EngineerMommy says

    April 23, 2020 at 2:50 pm

    These banana oatmeal cookies sound really delicious to me. I bet my kids would love them!

    Reply
  8. Bruce DeMustchine says

    April 23, 2020 at 1:16 pm

    YUM! I think I’ll add some Chocolocate chips as you suggested. Thanks!

    Reply
  9. Brit Strawbridge says

    April 23, 2020 at 10:50 am

    5 stars
    These look delicious! I am always up for anything with banana in it! Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
  10. Catalina says

    April 23, 2020 at 10:19 am

    5 stars
    I love oatmeal cookies. I should try your recipe with bananas. Looks delicious!

    Reply
  11. Tasheena says

    April 23, 2020 at 2:10 am

    5 stars
    These cookies look so yummy. I can’t wait to make them for my family.

    Reply
  12. Liz says

    April 23, 2020 at 2:03 am

    Yum! These cookies look amazing and sound pretty easy to make. Definitely have to try before quarantine is over.

    Reply
  13. Beth says

    April 23, 2020 at 12:14 am

    5 stars
    I can never seem to figure out the banana situation at our house, so a lot of times I need to bake something with our brown bananas. I’m excited to make these cookies, I think my family will love them!

    Reply
  14. Helena says

    April 22, 2020 at 11:33 pm

    You’ve inspired me. Will have to try this now, especially with my very own cookie monster.

    Reply
  15. GiGi Eats says

    April 22, 2020 at 8:11 pm

    5 stars
    Oh man, I bet these cookies are UNREAL!!! YUMMM!

    Reply
  16. Amber Myers says

    April 22, 2020 at 6:39 pm

    5 stars
    These look amazing. We love our cookies! I don’t think I’ve ever tried any like this, so I’m excited to try them out.

    Reply
  17. Lisa Martin says

    April 22, 2020 at 6:25 pm

    These cookies look amazing! My kids don’t usually like oatmeal cookies, but I think adding the banana will have them reaching for more!

    Reply
  18. Pinja says

    April 22, 2020 at 6:11 pm

    Okay, yep. Definitely baking these the next time we have “brown bananas” (as we like to call them). Might have to try them with chocolate chips as well because I love chocolate+banana combo!

    Reply
  19. Tammy says

    April 22, 2020 at 4:46 pm

    5 stars
    Oh my hubs will love this recipe. I make stuff all the time with bananas and this would be perfect.

    Reply
  20. Heather says

    April 22, 2020 at 4:32 pm

    Banana is one of my favorite flavors. Can’t wait to make these!

    Reply
  21. Jen says

    April 22, 2020 at 4:29 pm

    My kids would love these. The chocolate chip oreo ones sounds amazing too!

    Reply

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