22
Oct

Banana & Oat Dinner Cookies 🍪🥜🌙

A wholesome, sleep-friendly dinner treat that’s naturally sweet, packed with fiber and protein, and gentle on your gut—perfect for ending the day relaxed and ready for sleep.

Ingredients:

  1. 2 ripe bananas
  2. 1 cup rolled oats
  3. 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter or almond butter (adds protein and healthy fats)
  4. ¼ cup dark chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or seeds (optional)
  5. ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for flavor and blood sugar support)

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mash the bananas in a bowl until smooth.
  3. Stir in oats, nut butter, cinnamon, and optional mix-ins like chocolate or nuts.
  4. Scoop small portions onto a baking sheet and gently flatten each one.
  5. Bake 12–15 minutes, or until golden and set.
  6. Let cool slightly and enjoy warm for a satisfying bedtime dinner treat.

Why It Works for Sleep:

  • Bananas: Provide magnesium, potassium, and tryptophan to relax muscles and boost melatonin.
  • Oats: Contain complex carbs that help your body absorb tryptophan.
  • Nut Butter: Adds protein and healthy fats for satiety, keeping you full until morning.
  • Optional Cinnamon & Dark Chocolate: Enhance flavor and provide antioxidants, without spiking blood sugar.

This version makes your bedtime snack more filling and balanced, so you can enjoy it as a light, healthy dinner that supports both your gut and a good night’s sleep.