Welcome to the delightful world of Healthy Cinnamon-Raisin Oatmeal Cookies, a perfect blend of taste and nutrition! These cookies are a wholesome treat, ideal for any time of the day, whether as an energizing breakfast, a mid-afternoon snack, or a guilt-free dessert. The best part? They come together in just a few simple steps and are naturally sweetened with overripe bananas and maple syrup.These cookies not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also provide a significant nutritional boost. Packed with rolled oats, they offer essential fiber that helps keep you full and supports digestion. The natural sugars from the bananas and raisins give you that much-needed energy kick without the added guilt of refined sugars. Additionally, cinnamon is renowned for its health benefits, including anti-inflammatory properties and its ability to help regulate blood sugar levels.
Preheat oven to 350°F and line a large, rimmed baking sheet with a piece of parchment paper or a Silpat® baking mat.
In a high-speed blender or a food processor, blend one cup of rolled oats into flour and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the banana with a fork until smooth. Add the oat flour, remaining rolled oats, baking soda, cinnamon, maple syrup, and salt. Stir vigorously to combine, and then fold in the raisins.
Scoop out 2 tablespoons per cookie from the mixture and form into balls. Place each cookie onto the prepared baking sheet without overcrowding.
Bake until the cookies are lightly golden brown and just barely set to the touch, approximately 16-20 minutes. Remove from oven and cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
For flatter cookies, press each ball down slightly before baking and reduce baking time by 1-2 minutes.