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These Healthy NoSugar Cookies are perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a sweet snack without the guilt. Made with natural ingredients like mashed banana and oats, they offer a wholesome treat that is soft and chewy. Ideal for a quick energy boost or a healthy dessert, these cookies prove that you do not need refined sugar to satisfy your sweet tooth.
I first baked these cookies during a busy week when I wanted a delicious but guiltfree treat. Now they are a staple in my kitchen and often requested by friends during gatherings.
Ingredients
- Bananas: Three ripe bananas mashed for natural sweetness and moisture. Choose bananas with a few brown spots for best flavor
- Applesauce: One third cup of unsweetened applesauce which adds moisture and a subtle fruity note. Look for organic varieties in local stores
- Oats: Two cups of oats, either rolled or quick, providing a hearty texture and fiber. Prefer French rolled oats for authenticity and richness
- Almond milk: One quarter cup of almond milk or your favorite plant milk for creaminess without dairy. Select unsweetened types to keep sugar content low
- Vanilla extract: One teaspoon of vanilla extract to lift the flavor profile. Opt for pure extract for best aroma
- Ground cinnamon: One teaspoon of ground cinnamon to add warmth and a spicy kick. Use fresh cinnamon from specialty shops if possible
- Optional mixins: One quarter cup of raisins or chopped nuts for added texture and natural sweetness
- Optional chocolate: One cup of sugarfree dark chocolate chunks to add a touch of indulgence without sugar
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to around 175 degrees Celsius. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper carefully to prevent sticking and make cleanup easy.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Then stir in the unsweetened applesauce, almond milk, and vanilla extract thoroughly until fully combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- Add the oats and ground cinnamon into the wet ingredient mixture. Mix gently but completely so the oats are evenly distributed and cinnamon is fully incorporated.
- Add Optional Mixins:
- If using raisins, nuts, or sugarfree dark chocolate chunks, fold them gently into the dough. This adds nice texture and depth of flavor.
- Form and Bake:
- Using a spoon, drop cookie-sized mounds onto the baking sheet. Slightly flatten each mound with the back of the spoon because these cookies do not spread much during baking. Place the sheet into the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the cookies have set and begin to turn golden.
- Cool:
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack. They will firm up as they cool which makes them easier to handle and gives the perfect chewy texture.
Bananas are my favorite ingredient here because they provide natural sweetness and moisture so perfectly. I remember baking these with my children on rainy autumn afternoons, filling the house with a comforting aroma that lifted everyone’s spirits.
Storage Tips
Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days. For longer storage, keep them in the refrigerator where they will last about a week. Freezing is also possible; place the cookies in a sealed bag for up to three months. Thaw at room temperature before enjoying.
Ingredient Substitutions
If you do not have almond milk, you can use any other plantbased milk such as oat or soy milk with no impact on flavor. Rolled oats can be replaced with quick oats, but expect a slightly softer texture. Instead of raisins, dried cranberries or chopped dates work well. For nut allergies, omit nuts or substitute with sunflower seeds.
Serving Suggestions
Enjoy these cookies with a cup of herbal tea or your morning coffee. They also make a wonderful midafternoon snack or a healthy dessert after meals. For an extra treat, serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt or a spread of natural peanut butter.
These healthy no-sugar cookies have become a favorite not only because they satisfy my sweet cravings without guilt, but also because they are so easy to whip up in any season. I hope you enjoy baking and sharing them as much as I do.
Common Recipe Questions
- → Quels ingrédients garantissent la douceur sans sucre ajouté ?
Les bananes mûres et la compote de pommes sans sucre apportent une douceur naturelle sans besoin de sucre raffiné.
- → Peut-on remplacer le lait d'amande par un autre liquide ?
Oui, tout lait végétal ou même de vache peut être utilisé selon les préférences.
- → Comment obtenir une texture moelleuse et chewy ?
Le mélange d'avoine et de fruits écrasés assure une consistance douce avec une légère mâche.
- → Puis-je ajouter des saveurs supplémentaires ?
L'ajout de cannelle, raisins secs, noix ou pépites de chocolat noir sans sucre enrichit le goût.
- → Quel est le temps de cuisson idéal ?
Cuisez les biscuits 12 à 15 minutes à 175 °C pour qu'ils soient fermes tout en restant tendres.
- → Comment conserver ces biscuits ?
Conservez-les dans une boîte hermétique à température ambiante pour préserver fraîcheur et texture.