3 ingredient oatmeal cookies are so decadent that you won’t believe how simple they are. With just 3 simple ingredients, you can make the best oatmeal cookies loaded with chocolate.
Whenever we have a craving for something sweet, I make these 3 ingredient oatmeal cookies because they are just so easy. Seriously, they are the easiest cookie recipe ever to make!
If you like baking with oatmeal, try Oatmeal Scotchies, Oatmeal Raisin Cookies and Oatmeal Cake. Another easy recipe is Pistachio Cookies.
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Why we love this recipe
Each bite is so ooey and gooey thanks to the chocolate chips and makes for such a delicious treat. Add a cold glass of milk and oh my goodness!
These 3 ingredient banana oatmeal cookies make the best healthy snack that can be made in under 20 minutes. They are quick and easy.
Ingredients
- ripe bananas
- old fashioned oats
- chocolate chips
Skip to the bottom and find the complete ingredient list and recipe instructions.
Variation Ideas
- Add brown sugar. The added sugar will make these cookies sweeter but will change the nutritional information on these cookies.
- Try using peanut butter chips for lots of extra flavor. You can either use this as a substitution for the chocolate or mix them together.
- Dark Chocolate Chips or white chocolate chips are also tasty.
- You can also mix in ½ cup nut butter into the batter before baking to add protein to these cookies. I love using peanut butter or almond butter.
- Try adding in ½ cup dried fruit or raisins to change up the flavor of the cookies.
- Add in 1 tsp vanilla extract to add a tab more sweetness.
- Use vegan chocolate chips to make vegan, gluten free and diary free cookies.
- You can use sugar free chocolate chips to reduce the added the sugar in this cookie recipe.
- Nuts make a great addition to the cookie dough and taste great. Try walnuts or pecans.
Feel free to make these your own and try new things.
Step by step instructions
- Step 1. First, preheat oven to 350 degrees. Next, line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2. Place the oatmeal in a food processor. Give the oatmeal a quick spin in a food processor. Don’t turn the oatmeal into a fine flour if you want your cookies to have a nice, crumbly texture.
Step 3. Get out a large mixing bowl. Place the oats and ripe bananas together. Mash the bananas as you combine the ingredients.
Step 4. Then add the chocolate chips into the mashed banana and oats mixture.
Step 5. Scoop the mixture and place on baking sheets. I prefer to use a cookie scoop.
Step 6. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until the cookies are golden brown.
Step 7. Allow the cookies to sit on the baking sheets for a few minutes and then move cookies to wire racks.
Recipe Tips
- You can scoop the cookie mixture with a spoon but I prefer to use cookie scoops. It helps to make each cookie more uniform and saves time as well. If you are still scooping cookies with two spoons, you really need to get yourself some stainless steel scoops!
- Another tip is to use baking mats. These keep your cookies from burning on the bottom and they help them cook evenly. Plus, it saves you money by not having to use parchment paper all the time.
- Make sure to use ripe bananas. The ripe bananas is what adds sweetness to these cookies. It’s best to wait until the bananas have small brown spots on them before using them in this recipe.
FAQs
I store any leftover cookies in a sealed container or zip lock bag at room temperature for up to 3-4 days.
If you prefer them warm, you can heat them in the microwave for 5-10 seconds before enjoying them. However, I love them at room temperature.
If you do heat them in the microwave, make sure not to overheat as they will get a bit rubbery when heated for too long.
Rolled oats and old fashioned oats are the same thing. Rolled oats are steamed oats that are rolled into flakes. Whereas, quick oats are rolled thinner and are more pieces which makes them cook quicker.
Either types of the oats are great for making a breakfast oatmeal. But rolled oats are the best for baking and the ones that we use in this cookie recipe.
More Easy Cookie recipes
- Butter Cookies Recipe
- Funfetti Cake Mix Cookies
- Eclair Cookies Recipe
- Chocolate Crinkle Cookie Recipe
- Italian Cookies Recipe
- M&M Cookies Recipe
This recipe is so easy with lots of tasty variations. Try it and leave a comment once you do. I love to hear from you.
3 Ingredient Oatmeal Cookies
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe bananas
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/3 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Give the oatmeal a quick spin in a food processor or mixer, for about 1-2 seconds. Do NOT turn the oatmeal into a fine flour if you want your cookies to have a nice, crumbly texture. This process is important for your cookies to hold together.
- Pour all of your ingredients in a large bowl and mix thoroughly.
- Spoon preparation onto the lined baking sheet and mold the cookies with your fingers. I made 6 cookies, but you could make them smaller to make more.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.
Making this today!
What do set the oven at, 350°?
Yes
Very easy and taste great! Healthy for sure!
First time trying these after wight loss surgery as an alternative to breakfast on the run and they are amazing! I am so far removed from being a baker but these came out perfectly, they will be a regular staple in our house!
So glad you loved them.