Ingredients:

  • 2 large overripe bananas
  • 1/2 cup creamy almond butter
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 2 cups old fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
  • 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup raw pumpkin seeds

Instructions:

  1. Preheat and Prep. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Note: A preheated oven ensures the cookies start setting immediately, preventing a flat texture.
  2. Liquefy the Bananas. In a large bowl, mash the 2 large overripe bananas until they reach a liquid, serum like consistency with no large chunks remaining.
  3. Create the Base. Whisk in the 1/2 cup almond butter, 1 tsp vanilla, and 2 tbsp maple syrup until the mixture forms a smooth, velvety paste.
  4. Combine the Dry. Add the 2 cups oats, 1/4 cup flaxseed, 1/2 cup protein powder, 1 tsp cinnamon, and 1/2 tsp salt to the bowl.
  5. The Structural Fold. Use a spatula to fold the ingredients together until every single oat is thoroughly coated in the wet mixture.
  6. The Hydration Rest. Let the dough sit undisturbed for 5 minutes. Note: This allows the oats and flax to absorb moisture, creating a sturdier cookie.
  7. Add the Texture. Fold in the 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips and 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  8. Shape the Discs. Scoop 2 tablespoon mounds onto the sheet and flatten into 1/2 inch thick discs. until they look like uniform, thick rounds.
  9. The Golden Bake. Bake for 12 minutes until the edges are set and the bottoms are lightly bronzed.
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