Banana Blueberry Breakfast Cookies

INGREDIENTS:

For the Cookies:

2 large ripe bananas (mashed; about 1 cup)

1/4 cup almond butter (or peanut butter for a nuttier flavor)

1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 1/2 cups rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)

1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries

1/4 cup chopped nuts (like walnuts or almonds; optional)

1/4 cup ground flaxseed or chia seeds (for extra fiber and nutrients)

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Pinch of salt

Optional Mix-Ins:

Dark chocolate chips

Shredded coconut

Sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds

Dried fruit (like raisins or cranberries)

DIRECTIONS:

Step 1: Preheat Your Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) . Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.

Stir in the almond butter, honey or maple syrup (if using), and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 3: Add the Dry Ingredients

Add the rolled oats, ground flaxseed or chia seeds, cinnamon, and salt to the wet mixture. Stir until everything is evenly coated.

Gently fold in the blueberries and any optional mix-ins (like nuts, seeds, or chocolate chips). Be careful not to overmix, especially if using fresh blueberries …