Healthy Toddler Treats: Sugar-Free Oat & Banana Cookies

 Ingredients:

2 large very ripe bananas (the more spots, the sweeter!)

1.5 cups rolled oats (old fashioned oats work best for texture)

1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Optional: 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut or hemp hearts for extra nutrients

Instructions:

Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Mash: In a medium bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until they form a smooth paste with no large chunks.

Mix: Fold in the oats, cinnamon, and any optional extras. Stir until all the oats are thoroughly moistened by the banana.

Shape: Scoop a tablespoon of the mixture and roll into a ball, then flatten slightly on the tray. These cookies don't spread while baking.

Bake: Bake for 12–15 minutes until the edges are slightly golden.

Cool: Let them cool completely on a wire rack to firm up before serving to your little one.