Healthy Cookies No Sugar, No Flour
Introduction
These healthy cookies are a delicious answer to sweet cravings without refined sugar or flour. Naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and applesauce, they are wholesome, satisfying, and incredibly easy to make—perfect for everyday snacking or guilt-free treats.
Description
Soft, chewy, and loaded with texture, these cookies combine oats, dark chocolate, and warm spices for a comforting bite. They strike the perfect balance between indulgence and nourishment, making them ideal for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients & Quantities (Makes 12–15 Cookies)
3 ripe bananas, mashed
1/3 cup applesauce
2 cups rolled oats
1/4 cup almond milk
1/4 cup raisins or chopped nuts
1 cup dark chocolate chunks (Lily’s brand recommended)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
Stir in applesauce, almond milk, vanilla, and cinnamon.
Add oats and mix until fully combined.
Fold in raisins or nuts and dark chocolate chunks.
Scoop spoonfuls onto the baking sheet and gently flatten.
Bake for 15–18 minutes until set and lightly golden.
Let cool slightly before serving.
Origin and Cultural Significance
These cookies reflect the modern movement toward whole-food baking, where natural ingredients replace refined sugars and flours. Inspired by simple home-kitchen creativity, they represent a shift toward mindful, health-conscious indulgence.
Optional Additions
Chia or flax seeds for extra fiber
Coconut flakes
Peanut or almond butter
Dried cranberries
A pinch of sea salt to enhance sweetness
Tips for Success
Use very ripe bananas for maximum natural sweetness.
Choose rolled oats, not instant, for better texture.
Let cookies cool to firm up fully.
Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for later.
Nutritional Information (Per Cookie – Approximate)
Calories: ~140 kcal
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 3 g
Fat: 5 g
No refined sugar
No refined flour
Conclusion
These no-sugar, no-flour cookies prove that healthy treats can still be deeply satisfying. Easy to prepare and endlessly adaptable, they’re a staple recipe you’ll come back to again and again.
Recommendation
Highly recommended for families, meal preppers, and anyone seeking a healthier alternative to traditional cookies without sacrificing flavor.
Embracing Healthful Indulgence
These cookies invite you to enjoy sweetness the natural way—through whole ingredients, simple preparation, and mindful pleasure. Proof that caring for your body can still taste amazing
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