Gluten-Free Oatmeal Cookies
These gluten-free oatmeal cookies combine mashed bananas, applesauce, oats, and spices for a moist, naturally sweet treat with a chewy texture. Raisins or chocolate chips add bursts of flavor and contrast. The use of bananas and applesauce as binders provides softness and moisture without gluten or added fats, making these cookies hearty and wholesome.
Ingredients
- 3 banana
- 1/3 cup applesauce
- 2 cup oats
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup raisins or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Peel and mash bananas in a large mixing bowl.
- Add remaining ingredients and stir until well combined and the consistency of cookie dough.
- Use a cookie scoop or drop by rounded tablespoon onto a greased cookie sheet. Bake 15-20 minutes.
- Cool for 2-3 minutes, then remove cookies to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week to maintain freshness.
- For longer storage, freeze cookies individually on a baking sheet before transferring to a freezer bag; keep frozen up to three months.
- Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and moisture, and choose raisins or chocolate chips according to preference.
- Preheating the oven to 350°F ensures even baking and proper texture development.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 18 cookies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 71
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 71kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 3mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 146mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 15IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.