Vegan Chocolate Chip Banana Cookies

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Vegan Chocolate Chip Banana Cookies recipe for a sweet and healthy treat
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

27 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups chocolate chips ( get a reliable kind that for sure does n't add milk )
1 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup white sugar
1/4 cup mashed up banana
1 1/4 teaspoons vanilla
2 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
2 tablespoons applesauce ( it wont taste like apples once its baked . Its just added to take the place of butter )
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 1/4 cups flour

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
131
Sugar
11g
Fat
4g
These Vegan Chocolate Chip Banana Cookies are a delicious and healthy twist on a classic treat. By using mashed bananas and applesauce instead of butter, these cookies are lower in fat and free from animal products. The chocolate chips add a sweet and decadent touch to these soft and chewy cookies that are perfect for an afternoon snack or dessert. These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week, making them a convenient and guilt-free option for busy days.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.In a large mixing bowl, mix the mashed bananas, brown sugar, and white sugar with an electric mixer until creamy.
3.Add the vanilla, baking soda, applesauce, and olive oil and mix until well combined.
4.Slowly add the flour and mix until just combined to form a thick cookie dough.
5.Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
6.Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7.Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
8.Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

Vegan and delicious, these chocolate chip banana cookies are a sweet and healthy treat that both kids and adults will love.

They are easy to make and can be customized by adding nuts, coconut, or other mix-ins.

They are low in fat and high in fiber and potassium, thanks to the bananas.

CONS

These cookies are still a dessert and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Their texture is not as crispy as traditional chocolate chip cookies due to the absence of butter.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These cookies are vegan and therefore free from animal products, making them a healthier option than traditional chocolate chip cookies.
Bananas are a good source of fiber and potassium, which can help lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease.
Dark chocolate contains flavonoids that have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that can promote heart health and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

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