Fruit Cookies – No Sugar, Eggs Or Flour
Description
These wholesome fruit cookies offer a naturally sweet treat without added sugar, eggs, or flour. Made with ripe mashed bananas as the binder, they feature a hearty mix of rolled oats, oat bran, and chopped nuts. The inclusion of dried fruits like dates, apricots, and raisins adds bursts of flavor and texture, while a touch of oil ensures a tender crumb. These cookies are perfect for a quick breakfast on the go, a healthy snack for kids, or a satisfying dessert option for those following a vegan or diabetic-friendly diet. They hold up well in lunchboxes and taste just as good cold from the refrigerator as they do fresh out of the oven.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC) and grease two large cookie sheets.
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In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
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Stir the oil, vanilla extract, and salt into the mashed bananas until well combined.
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Add the rolled oats, oat bran, mixed dried fruits, and chopped nuts to the banana mixture.
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Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
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Drop the dough by rounded tablespoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
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Gently flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon.
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Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the bottoms and edges are lightly browned.
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Transfer cookies to a wire rack and allow them to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 24
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1321.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 52.9g82%
- Saturated Fat 8.3g42%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 1224.0mg51%
- Total Carbohydrate 154.9g52%
- Dietary Fiber 23.8g96%
- Sugars 18.3g
- Protein 32.4g65%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Store these cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness, as the lack of preservatives and sugar means they can soften at room temperature. They also freeze well for up to three months.
You can substitute the peanut or safflower oil with melted coconut oil for a different flavor profile, or use applesauce for a lower-fat option, though the texture may be slightly denser.
Ensure the bananas are very ripe with brown spots for maximum natural sweetness and binding power.
Feel free to customize the dried fruit and nut mix based on personal preference or what you have on hand, such as adding dried cranberries or using pumpkin seeds instead of nuts.
