Chunky Monkey Paleo Banana Cookies
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These paleo banana cookies are rich, chewy, and delicious! Grain-free and bursting with goodness, they taste like a dessert while being made from only delicious ingredients. They’re perfect for busy weekday mornings or an afternoon pick-me-up!
These paleo banana cookies are a little sneaky in the best way. They taste like a proper dessert, but they’re made with simple, flavorful ingredients like ripe bananas and nuts. I use almond flour instead of all-purpose flour, which gives them a tender texture and makes them my go-to when a cookie craving hits.
They’re incredibly easy to make and very forgiving — everything gets mixed in one bowl, scooped onto a baking sheet, and baked until golden. I love that they keep well for several days, so I’ll often bake a batch on Sunday and grab one on my way out the door all week long.
Flavor-wise, they don’t hold back. The banana base is joined by coconut, chopped walnuts, raisins, and plenty of chocolate chips (because chocolate always helps). There’s no butter or refined sugar here — just naturally sweet bananas, almond butter, cinnamon, and a bunch of ingredients that come together into a cookie I’m always happy to have around.
How to store
How do I store leftover paleo banana cookies? When storing these cookies, let them completely cool first. You can transfer them to a cooling rack or wire racks for this. Then, pop them into a sealed container and store them at room temperature for 3-4 days. They make great meal prep cookies or easy grab-and-go breakfasts.
Can I freeze the batter? Yes! The batter freezes well; just be sure to store it in a freezer-proof container. Cut the banana slices fresh before baking.
Watch how to make this recipe
Paleo Banana Cookies Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 medium ripe bananas (sliced (+ slices for topping, optional))
- ½ cup almond butter (can sub peanut butter if not paleo)
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts
- ¼ cup coconut
- ¼ cup raisins
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Add the banana slices, almond butter, water, and vanilla to a large bowl and beat with electric beaters until mostly smooth. Add the almond flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt, and beat until combined. Fold in the chocolate chips, walnuts, coconut, and raisins.2 medium ripe bananas, ½ cup almond butter, ¼ cup water, 1 tablespoon vanilla extract, 1 cup almond flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ cup dark chocolate chips, ¼ cup chopped walnuts, ¼ cup coconut, ¼ cup raisins
- Drop the dough (it will be sticky) into 12 equal mounds on the baking sheets. Press a banana slice into the top of each cookie to flatten it out a little.
- Bake for 16-18 minutes, or until the bottoms are golden then remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool.
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Nutrition
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Entirely too much salt. I questioned the amount when I put it in but still followed through with the amount shown. I used peanut butter which is probably salted. I think I could have done with no salt at all. Otherwise wonderful recipe. Inedible with this much salt. Remaking with none.
LOVE!! I just made cookies, and they are delicious!! Thank you!! I made them too big, I think; no complaints here, though. What size measuring spoon is used in the video? I want them to be that size moving forward.
Thanks so much!
We use a 1 tablespoon scoop!
These are delicious and you may think they are sweet but they are perfectly balanced. I love how you can eat many of them too. Perfect for people who are vegans that don’t get many options to have a tasty dessert.
I made these for my family yesterday morning and everyone loved it! My family had eaten all of them by the time I went for seconds! I’m going to make them again today or tomorrow, and was wondering if I made a double batch if I could freeze some of the batter? These are definitely a new family favorite. Thank you!
Yes these freeze well!
These were amazing. I mashed the banana into the ingredients and they turned out so yummy. A huge crowd pleaser for picky eaters. I can’t wait for more ripe bananas so I can make it again. Thank you for sharing this!!!!