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Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit so it is ready for your cookie tray. Take a large baking sheet and line it with a piece of parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent the cookies from sticking to the metal surface.
Peel your two ripe bananas and place them into a medium sized mixing bowl. Use a sturdy fork or a potato masher to crush the bananas until they become a smooth liquid paste with almost no large chunks left. The riper the bananas are the easier they will be to mash and the sweeter your cookies will taste in the end.
Add the one and a half cups of oats into the bowl with the mashed bananas. Use a big spoon to stir the two ingredients together until every bit of the oats is wet and you have a thick dough that holds its shape. If the mixture feels too wet you can add a tablespoon more of oats but usually the ratio is just right.
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Fold in your half cup of sugar free chocolate chips gently so they are spread out evenly through the dough. This ensures that every single bite of your finished cookie will have a nice piece of chocolate inside.
Use a tablespoon or a small ice cream scoop to drop rounded portions of the dough onto your prepared baking sheet. Since these cookies do not have eggs or baking soda they will not spread out much while they cook so you should press them down slightly with the back of a spoon to form a cookie shape.
Place the tray in the middle rack of your oven and bake them for about 12 to 15 minutes. You will know they are done when the edges look slightly golden and the cookies feel firm to the touch. Remove them from the oven and let them cool on the tray for at least 5 minutes before you move them to a wire rack or a plate as they need this time to set properly.
Why This Recipe Is Special
This recipe stands out because it removes all the barriers to healthy baking that usually stop people from trying. It is special because it uses the natural fiber of oats to keep you full and satisfied while the bananas provide essential vitamins like potassium and vitamin B6. Since there is no added oil or butter the calorie count remains very low which is excellent for weight management.
The taste is surprisingly rich because the chocolate chips provide a deep cocoa flavor that masks the simplicity of the other ingredients. It is a heart healthy option because oats are well known for helping to lower cholesterol levels and keeping your digestion moving smoothly. Most importantly this recipe is special because it is inclusive for almost everyone regardless of their cooking skill level or their specific health goals.
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