No-Bake Banana Cookie with Sesame Crunch
Indulge in the delightful simplicity of these No-Bake Banana Cookies with Sesame Crunch! With their natural banana flavor and a satisfying sesame topping, these treats are a perfect everyday dessert. They're quick to whip up and require no baking at all—perfect for when you need a sweet fix or an easy treat to impress your friends. Feel free to experiment with add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts to personalize these cookies to your taste!
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, almond butter, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Add the rolled oats, chia seeds, and any optional add-ins like chocolate chips to the mixture. Stir until it forms a cohesive dough.
- Using your hands or a rubber spatula, shape the mixture into small round cookies (about 2 inches in diameter) and place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix the sesame seeds with a pinch of sea salt. Sprinkle the sesame crunch evenly over the shaped cookies, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Cover the tray with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
- Once set, remove the cookies from the fridge, plate them, and serve as a delightful no-bake dessert!
Nutrition
Notes
These No-Bake Banana Cookies are wonderfully versatile! Feel free to substitute the almond butter with peanut butter or any nut-free alternative like sunflower seed butter for those with allergies.
These cookies will store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, making them a fantastic make-ahead option!
Don't hesitate to get creative—add your favorite dried fruits, or use different nuts to make them your own.
These cookies will store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, making them a fantastic make-ahead option!
Don't hesitate to get creative—add your favorite dried fruits, or use different nuts to make them your own.
