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“A balanced diet is a cookie in each hand.” -Anonymous

Nothing gets me motivated quite like DESSERT. Just knowing that I can guiltlessly treat myself to a ‘yummy little something’ in the evening is all I need to get through a day of healthy eating. I’ve always strived for balance when it comes to my diet, but let’s be real, who doesn’t love cookies? Well, my friends, here is the recipe for cookies that will love ya right back! They’re a super simple, fun little recipe I came up with using just a few ingredients that I had in my kitchen. 

I was craving something sweet, but I knew that it had to be gluten, dairy and soy free. I wanted it to be low in sugar, but still super tasty, so I came up with this easy recipe for ‘just a few’ chocolate chip cookies. I added ripe banana for sweetness, and coconut flour and powdered peanut butter for the flour. I threw in some salted dark chocolate chunks (yum). I paired these with a scoop of coconut milk ice cream for a delicious and nutritious little treat. Tastes just like cookie dough ice cream. YUM! 

Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies
Serves 2
Who says you can't have healthy cookies? These delicious mini cookies are super delicious and totally gluten free, dairy free, soy free and delicious. And the best part? One serving yields 8 mini cookies. YUM!
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Cook Time
3 min
Total Time
6 min
Cook Time
3 min
Total Time
6 min
118 calories
12 g
0 g
7 g
4 g
2 g
53 g
67 g
6 g
0 g
4 g
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
53g
Servings
2
Amount Per Serving
Calories 118
Calories from Fat 58
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g
11%
Saturated Fat 2g
9%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 3g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 67mg
3%
Total Carbohydrates 12g
4%
Dietary Fiber 1g
6%
Sugars 6g
Protein 4g
Vitamin A
0%
Vitamin C
3%
Calcium
1%
Iron
2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Ingredients
  1. 1/3 ripe banana
  2. 1 tablespoon powdered peanut butter
  3. 1 tablespoon coconut flour
  4. 1 egg white (* sub 1/2 flax egg for vegan option)
  5. 1 tablespoon chocolate chunks (I used Theo Salted dark chocolate)
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
  2. In a small bowl, mash banana with fork
  3. Add powdered peanut butter, coconut flour and egg white
  4. Mix well and sprinkle with chocolate chunks
  5. Spoon batter into teaspoon sized cookies onto lightly sprayed cookie sheet
  6. Bake for 3-4 minutes or until golden
  7. Let cool and enjoy!
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calories
118
fat
7g
protein
4g
carbs
12g
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 What about you? What’s your favorite way to satisfy a sweet tooth? 

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26 Comments

  • Reply Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy

    This is similar to how we make our cookies too, but we use at flour instead. It really helps when the cookie cravings hit.

    December 7, 2015 at 9:53 am
    • Reply Cailee

      YES! I love it! I just love healthy sweets… they’re such a double win to me!

      December 8, 2015 at 10:29 pm
  • Reply lucie

    You are SO like me. Healthy eating is all well and done, but its no good without treats! And there are no better treats than COOKIES! I love how these are bite-sized too!

    December 7, 2015 at 3:01 pm
    • Reply Cailee

      Thanks Lucie! …and I agree! No deprivation here!!

      December 8, 2015 at 10:28 pm
  • Reply Sarah @ BucketListTummy

    They are just so little and cute! I love easy recipes with minimal ingredients.

    December 7, 2015 at 5:38 pm
    • Reply Cailee

      Thanks girl! And I agree… I love superrrrr simple recipes! πŸ™‚

      December 8, 2015 at 10:28 pm
  • Reply Jen@jpabstfitness

    These look delicious and perfect to satisfy a sweet craving!

    December 7, 2015 at 6:56 pm
    • Reply Cailee

      Thanks Jen! I love them!! <3 Simple, healthy and sweet... my faves <3

      December 8, 2015 at 10:27 pm
  • Reply Liv @ Healthy Liv

    The big chunks of melted chocolate look like the best part! Salted dark chocolate is my FAVORITE πŸ™‚

    December 7, 2015 at 9:08 pm
    • Reply Cailee

      IKR?! Seriously, I’m obsessed! I just love salted dark chocolate… it’s the perfect combo <3

      December 8, 2015 at 10:27 pm
  • Reply Phi @ The Sweetphi Blog

    I’m right there with you…nothing motivates me quite like dessert, it’s just so good, and these healthy cookies sound perfect for my sweet tooth πŸ˜‰

    December 8, 2015 at 2:47 pm
    • Reply Cailee

      YES! I love it! It really is all about balance… no reason to deprive yourself of treats!

      December 8, 2015 at 10:26 pm
  • Reply Kat

    Yesss to cookies!! I need something sweet daily, even if its just a palmful of chocolate chips. I love how adorable these cookies are – though Id probably eat them as one serving!! πŸ˜‰

    December 8, 2015 at 3:10 pm
    • Reply Cailee

      That is one serving! Sorry that was kind of unclear… the recipe makes two servings, but what I have pictured on the plate (8 cookies) is one serving!! πŸ™‚

      December 8, 2015 at 10:26 pm
  • Reply Emiyl

    Wow this looks so simple and yummy which are always two good words to go together for a recipe!

    December 9, 2015 at 3:24 am
    • Reply Cailee

      Thanks! And agreed… I like easy, basic recipes! <3

      December 11, 2015 at 4:46 pm
  • Reply Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table

    I love how simple and quick these are! Perfect for my raging sweet tooth. πŸ™‚

    December 9, 2015 at 5:34 am
    • Reply Cailee

      Thanks Laura! And yes! These are perfect for those “need sweets now” kinda moments!

      December 11, 2015 at 4:47 pm
  • Reply Rach @ This Italian Family

    I’ve made cookies similar to these and they were really good! Yours look delicious! πŸ™‚

    December 9, 2015 at 1:53 pm
    • Reply Cailee

      Thanks Rach! …and yay! Glad you liked them! I need to try your version πŸ™‚

      December 11, 2015 at 4:48 pm
  • Reply Ginger Marie

    These look SO yummy, Cailee!! I love that you added banana, literally one of my favorite foods to sneak into recipes! This is my first time visiting your blog and I love it! Everything is just so cute. Keep up the amazing work! πŸ˜€

    December 9, 2015 at 2:29 pm
    • Reply Cailee

      Awww! Thanks Ginger Marie! So glad that you like the blog! LOVE yours as well! <3

      December 11, 2015 at 4:48 pm
  • Reply StΓ©phanie leduc

    I am a huge sucker for any healthy take on traditional full fat and sugar recipes, I LOVE SWEETS and I will never stop looking for more delicious and healthy recipes. I love that this only makes a few, perfect for those uncontrollable cravings!

    December 9, 2015 at 10:42 pm
    • Reply Cailee

      Yes! So portioned, but you actually get a lot for just a few calories! Definitely a win in my book πŸ™‚

      December 11, 2015 at 4:49 pm
  • Reply Emma {Emma's Little Kitchen}

    Fab recipe, bananas are like healthy baking magic, no? Thanks Cailee!

    December 23, 2015 at 1:06 pm
    • Reply Cailee

      Yes! That’s the best way to put it!! And no problem!

      January 20, 2016 at 5:21 am

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