{"id":758,"date":"2025-03-14T06:08:33","date_gmt":"2025-03-14T06:08:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/khetwise.com\/blog\/peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies\/"},"modified":"2025-03-14T06:08:33","modified_gmt":"2025-03-14T06:08:33","slug":"peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/khetwise.com\/blog\/peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies\/","title":{"rendered":"Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Cookies (EASY with 4 Ingredients)\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Easy to make, basic ingredients, and nourishing, these peanut butter banana oatmeal cookies have it all. For the perfect snack or sweet treat, look no further!<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--8\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-theme-palette-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies\/#recipejump\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">jump to Recipe<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/healthy-peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies.jpg\" alt=\"healthy peanut butter banana oatmeal cookies\" class=\"wp-image-84550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/healthy-peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/healthy-peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/healthy-peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/healthy-peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As our kids have gotten older, these have been one of their favorites, both to make and to eat. And I love that they have no added sugar besides the ripe bananas and chocolate chips. Plus, we love adding a couple scoops of <a href=\"https:\/\/ancientnutrition.com\/fromscratch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">protein powder<\/a> to these to make them extra satisfying.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These cookies only contain oats\u2014no flour\u2014so they are gluten free. They are also a great egg free cookie option. Being rich in protein and nutrients, these cookies have even been known to even show up on our breakfast table.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/unbaked-peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies.jpg\" alt=\"unbaked peanut butter banana oatmeal cookies\" class=\"wp-image-84561\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/unbaked-peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/unbaked-peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/unbaked-peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/unbaked-peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You\u2019ll Need<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Ingredients<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><strong>Bananas \u2013<\/strong> The riper the better!<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><strong>Peanut Butter \u2013<\/strong> It\u2019s important to always check the ingredient label on peanut butter and look for one with the only ingredients being peanuts and salt. Avoid peanut butter with added oils and\/or sugars.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/oatmeal-banana-peanut-butter-cookies.jpg\" alt=\"oatmeal banana peanut butter cookies\" class=\"wp-image-84553\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/oatmeal-banana-peanut-butter-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/oatmeal-banana-peanut-butter-cookies-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/oatmeal-banana-peanut-butter-cookies-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/oatmeal-banana-peanut-butter-cookies-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><strong>Oats \u2013<\/strong> My favorite brand is <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3DR6tdt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">One Degree organic sprouted rolled oats<\/a>. These are sprouted making them more digestible along with being certified glyphosate free and gluten free. Either quick oats or rolled oats work well in these cookies.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><strong>Chocolate Chips<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><strong>Sea Salt<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><strong>Protein Powder (optional) \u2013<\/strong> I\u2019m always looking for ways to maximize nutrition and increase our protein intake. I can\u2019t taste the difference when I add 2 scoops of protein powder. My favorite brand is <a href=\"https:\/\/ancientnutrition.com\/fromscratch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ancient Nutrition<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/mixing-cookie-dough.jpg\" alt=\"mixing cookie dough\" class=\"wp-image-84552\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/mixing-cookie-dough.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/mixing-cookie-dough-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/mixing-cookie-dough-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/mixing-cookie-dough-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Equipment<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:22px\">Medium sized mixing bowl<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-size:22px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3XNSP1C\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rimmed Cookie Sheet<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-size:22px\">Parchment paper or a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/427r8Du\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">silicone baking mat<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Make Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Cookies<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Begin by collecting all ingredients and a mixing bowl.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Using a fork, mash bananas until they are pureed and smooth.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/mashing-bananas-in-bowl.jpg\" alt=\"mashing bananas in bowl\" class=\"wp-image-84551\" style=\"width:650px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/mashing-bananas-in-bowl.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/mashing-bananas-in-bowl-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/mashing-bananas-in-bowl-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/mashing-bananas-in-bowl-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add the peanut butter, oats, chocolate chips and protein powder if using to the smashed bananas.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-9 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" data-id=\"84542\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/adding-peanut-butter.jpg\" alt=\"adding peanut butter\" class=\"wp-image-84542\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/adding-peanut-butter.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/adding-peanut-butter-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/adding-peanut-butter-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/adding-peanut-butter-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" data-id=\"84541\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/adding-oats.jpg\" alt=\"adding oats\" class=\"wp-image-84541\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/adding-oats.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/adding-oats-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/adding-oats-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/adding-oats-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stir until everything is incorporated.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Using a tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of the cookie batter on a baking pan lined with parchment paper or a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/427r8Du\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">silicone baking mat<\/a>. Gently press down the cookie dough until it is the size and shape you want.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/scooping-out-cookie-dough-on-baking-sheet.jpg\" alt=\"scooping out cookie dough on baking sheet\" class=\"wp-image-84558\" style=\"width:650px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/scooping-out-cookie-dough-on-baking-sheet.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/scooping-out-cookie-dough-on-baking-sheet-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/scooping-out-cookie-dough-on-baking-sheet-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/scooping-out-cookie-dough-on-baking-sheet-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Repeat until all of the cookies are made. Then, I like to press a couple of chocolate chips onto the top of each cookie for good measure.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/placing-chocolate-chips-on-top.jpg\" alt=\"placing chocolate chips on top\" class=\"wp-image-84557\" style=\"width:650px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/placing-chocolate-chips-on-top.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/placing-chocolate-chips-on-top-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/placing-chocolate-chips-on-top-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/placing-chocolate-chips-on-top-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bake the peanut butter banana oatmeal cookies at 350\u00b0F for 8-10 minutes.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let cool before serving.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To store, place in an airtight container on the counter for up to 2 days. For longer storage, they can be kept in the fridge for up to one week or in the freezer for 6 months.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/oatmeal-pb-banana-cookies-on-drying-rack.jpg\" alt=\"oatmeal pb banana cookies on drying rack\" class=\"wp-image-84554\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/oatmeal-pb-banana-cookies-on-drying-rack.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/oatmeal-pb-banana-cookies-on-drying-rack-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/oatmeal-pb-banana-cookies-on-drying-rack-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/oatmeal-pb-banana-cookies-on-drying-rack-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<div id=\"recipejump\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Cookies Recipe<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Yield: 20 cookies<\/h4>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:22px\">&#8211; 3 small or 2 large bananas, very ripe<br \/>&#8211; \u00bd cup all-natural peanut butter<br \/>&#8211; 2 cups oats<br \/>&#8211; Sprinkle of sea salt<br \/>&#8211; \u00bd cup chocolate chips (reserve a few for sprinkling over the tops of the cookies)<br \/>&#8211; 2 scoops of unflavored or vanilla protein powder (optional)<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/best-peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies.jpg\" alt=\"best peanut butter banana oatmeal cookies\" class=\"wp-image-84544\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/best-peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/best-peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/best-peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/best-peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/best-peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies-735x490.jpg 735w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Directions:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:22px\">1. Preheat oven to 350\u00b0F.<\/p>\n<p>2. In a medium sized mixing bowl, use a fork to mash bananas until smooth.<\/p>\n<p>3. Then, add the rest of the ingredients (peanut butter, oats, sea salt, chocolate chips, and protein powder) to the bananas.<\/p>\n<p>4. Mix until everything is fully incorporated.<\/p>\n<p>5. Using a tablespoon, scoop cookies onto a lined baking pan. Gently press down the cookie until it\u2019s the desired shape.<\/p>\n<p>6. Sprinkle reserved chocolate chips over cookies, pressing them lightly down into the top of each cookie.<\/p>\n<p>7. Bake at 350\u00b0F for 8-10 minutes.<\/p>\n<p>Let cool for a few minutes before serving.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. This means we earn a small commission at no cost to you. We are so appreciative of your support!<\/em><\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-theme-palette-1-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-theme-palette-1-background-color has-background\"\/>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:26px\"><strong>More sweet treats you\u2019ll love:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-size:26px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/healthy-buckeyes-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Healthy Buckeyes Recipe<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/peanut-butter-banana-oat-bars\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gooey Peanut Butter Banana Oat Bars<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/healthy-peanut-butter-cups\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Healthy Peanut Butter Cups<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/peanut-butter-scones\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Easy Chocolate Peanut Butter Scones with Banana<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"fd-form-636019b28d1a1ae7948da256\"><\/div>\n<p><script>\n  window.fd('form', {\n    formId: '636019b28d1a1ae7948da256',\n    containerEl: '#fd-form-636019b28d1a1ae7948da256'\n  });\n<\/script><\/p>\n<section id=\"mv-creation-123\" class=\"mv-create-card mv-create-card-123 mv-recipe-card mv-create-card-style-centered mv-no-js mv-create-center-cards mv-create-has-uppercase mv-create-has-image \" style=\"position: relative; 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For the perfect snack or sweet treat, look no further!<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"mv-create-123\" class=\"mv-create-reviews\" data-mv-create-id=\"123\" data-mv-create-rating=\"3\" data-mv-create-total-ratings=\"2\" data-mv-rest-url=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-json\/\"><\/div>\n<p>\t<!-- This is a button so it inherits theme styles --><\/p>\n<form class=\"mv-create-print-form\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" action=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-json\/mv-create\/v1\/creations\/123\/print\"><button class=\"mv-create-button mv-create-print-button\" data-mv-print=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-json\/mv-create\/v1\/creations\/123\/print\">Print<\/button><\/form>\n<\/header>\n<div class=\"mv-create-target mv-create-primary-unit\">\n<div class=\"mv_slot_target\" data-slot=\"recipe\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mv-create-ingredients\">\n<h3 class=\"mv-create-ingredients-title mv-create-title-secondary\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n<div class=\"mv-create-ingredient-group\" data-ingredient-group=\"0\">\n<ul class=\"mv-create-ingredient-list\">\n<li data-ingredient-index=\"0\" data-ingredient-id=\"6558\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3 small or 2 large bananas, very ripe\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<li data-ingredient-index=\"1\" data-ingredient-id=\"6559\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u2028\u00bd cup all-natural peanut butter\u2028\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<li data-ingredient-index=\"2\" data-ingredient-id=\"6560\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2 cups oats\u2028\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<li data-ingredient-index=\"3\" data-ingredient-id=\"6561\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSprinkle of sea salt\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<li data-ingredient-index=\"4\" data-ingredient-id=\"6562\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u2028\u00bd cup chocolate chips (reserve a few for sprinkling over the tops of the cookies)\u2028\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<li data-ingredient-index=\"5\" data-ingredient-id=\"6563\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2 scoops of unflavored or vanilla protein powder (optional)\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<li data-ingredient-index=\"6\" data-ingredient-id=\"6564\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mv-create-instructions mv-create-instructions-slot-v2\">\n<h3 class=\"mv-create-instructions-title mv-create-title-secondary\">Instructions<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<ol>\n<li data-step-index=\"0\" id=\"mv_create_123_1\">Preheat oven to 350&deg;F.&#8232;<\/li>\n<li data-step-index=\"1\" id=\"mv_create_123_2\">In a medium sized mixing bowl, use a fork to mash bananas until smooth.&#8232;<\/li>\n<li data-step-index=\"2\" id=\"mv_create_123_3\">Then, add the rest of the ingredients (peanut butter, oats, sea salt, chocolate chips, and protein powder) to the bananas.&#8232;<\/li>\n<li data-step-index=\"3\" id=\"mv_create_123_4\">Mix until everything is fully incorporated.&#8232;<\/li>\n<li data-step-index=\"4\" id=\"mv_create_123_5\">Using a tablespoon, scoop cookies onto a lined baking pan. Gently press down the cookie until it&rsquo;s the desired shape.<\/li>\n<li data-step-index=\"5\" id=\"mv_create_123_6\">&#8232;Sprinkle reserved chocolate chips over cookies, pressing them lightly down into the top of each cookie.&#8232;<\/li>\n<li data-step-index=\"6\" id=\"mv_create_123_7\">Bake at 350&deg;F for 8-10 minutes. (&#8232;Let cool for a few minutes before serving.)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/ol><\/div>\n<div class=\"mv-create-video\">\n<div class=\"mv-create-iframe\">\n\t\t\t\t<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9AAmMR1VprU\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<footer class=\"mv-create-footer\">\n<div class=\"mv-create-footer-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"mv-create-copy\">&copy; Joelle Kurczodyna<\/div>\n<div class=\"mv-create-categories\"><\/div>\n<p>\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/best-peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies-735x490.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-description=\"\" class=\"mv-create-pinterest no_pin ggnoads\" width=\"735\" height=\"490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/best-peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/best-peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/best-peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/best-peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/best-peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/best-peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies.jpg\">\n<\/div>\n<\/footer>\n<div class=\"mv-create-checklists\" data-creation-id=\"123\"><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pin it for later!<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Peanut-Butter-Banana-Oatmeal-Cookies.png\" alt=\"Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Cookies\" class=\"wp-image-84575\" style=\"width:650px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Peanut-Butter-Banana-Oatmeal-Cookies.png 1000w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Peanut-Butter-Banana-Oatmeal-Cookies-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Peanut-Butter-Banana-Oatmeal-Cookies-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Peanut-Butter-Banana-Oatmeal-Cookies-768x1152.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Easy to make, basic ingredients, and nourishing, these peanut butter banana oatmeal cookies have it all. 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