These Lunch Box Lollipops are a delightful twist on classic banana cookies, designed specifically for kids’ lunchboxes or a fun snack time. Made with extra-ripe bananas, they offer a naturally sweet flavor profile enhanced by warm cinnamon and nutmeg. The texture is chewy and satisfying, thanks to the quick-cooking oats and chopped almonds, while raisins add bursts of fruity sweetness. Shaped into small rounds with popsicle sticks inserted, they resemble homemade lollipops, making them visually appealing and easy to hold.
Lunch Box Lollipops
Description
These Lunch Box Lollipops are a delightful twist on classic banana cookies, designed specifically for kids' lunchboxes or a fun snack time. Made with extra-ripe bananas, they offer a naturally sweet flavor profile enhanced by warm cinnamon and nutmeg. The texture is chewy and satisfying, thanks to the quick-cooking oats and chopped almonds, while raisins add bursts of fruity sweetness. Shaped into small rounds with popsicle sticks inserted, they resemble homemade lollipops, making them visually appealing and easy to hold.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease cookie sheets or line them with parchment paper.
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Peel the bananas and place them in a blender. Process until smooth and pureed; measure out 1 cup of the puree for the recipe (reserve the rest for another use).
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In a large bowl, beat the brown sugar and softened margarine together until the mixture is light and fluffy.
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Beat in the egg, followed by the 1 cup of banana puree, mixing until well combined.
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In a separate small bowl, combine the oats, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt.
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Add the dry ingredients to the wet banana mixture and stir just until blended; do not overmix.
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Stir in the raisins and chopped almonds until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
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Drop the dough by 2 heaping tablespoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
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If using, gently push a popsicle stick into the center of each mound of dough before baking.
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Flatten the tops of the cookies slightly with the back of a spoon.
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Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly browned and set.
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Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1 cups
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 138kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 6g10%
- Saturated Fat 1g5%
- Cholesterol 9mg3%
- Sodium 238mg10%
- Total Carbohydrate 17.4g6%
- Dietary Fiber 1.3g6%
- Sugars 3.5g
- Protein 4.9g10%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
