Healthy Banana Walnut Delight Cookies
Indulge in these Healthy Banana Walnut Delight Cookies, a perfect balance of taste and nutrition. This low-carb, low-calorie recipe combines the rich flavors of ripe bananas and crunchy walnuts, all while maintaining a friendly calorie count. Great for dessert or an afternoon snack, these cookies are easy to make and a delightful treat for families and friends. Whether you’re on a low-carb diet or just looking for a healthier sweet fix, these cookies are bound to satisfy your cravings without the guilt!
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Servings
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Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Soy flour
1/2 cup (Unpacked)
Wheat gluten
1/4 cup (Unpacked)
Salt
1/4 teaspoon (To taste)
Baking soda
1/4 teaspoon (As needed)
Ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon (Ground)
Oatmeal
1 cup (Old-fashioned or quick oats)
Chopped walnuts
1/4 cup (Chopped)
Egg Beaters egg substitute
1/4 cup (Liquid form)
Butter
3 tablespoons (Softened)
Brown Sugar Twin
1/2 cup (Sugar substitute)
Banana
1 small (Mashed)
Vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (Liquid)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to get ready for baking.
2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the soy flour, wheat gluten, salt, baking soda, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
3
Add the oatmeal and chopped walnuts to the dry mixture, stirring until evenly distributed.
4
In a separate bowl, combine the Egg Beaters, softened butter, and brown sugar substitute. Beat the mixture until it is smooth and creamy.
5
Cut the banana into chunks and add it to the egg and butter mixture along with the vanilla extract. Mash with a fork until it reaches a smooth consistency.
6
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing with a spatula until just combined. The batter should feel somewhat stiff.
7
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop walnut-sized pieces of batter onto two greased baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie for spreading.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
9
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Healthy Banana Walnut Delight Cookies?
They are a low-carb, low-calorie dessert or snack made with ripe bananas, crunchy walnuts, and healthy flour alternatives.
How much soy flour is required for this recipe?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of unpacked soy flour.
What amount of wheat gluten is needed?
You will need 1/4 cup of unpacked wheat gluten.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) before baking.
How much salt should be added?
Add 1/4 teaspoon of salt, or adjust to your taste.
What amount of baking soda is used?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda.
How much ground cinnamon is in these cookies?
Use 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon for flavoring.
What kind of oatmeal is best for this recipe?
You can use 1 cup of either old-fashioned or quick oats.
How many walnuts are included?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts.
What egg substitute is used?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of liquid Egg Beaters egg substitute.
How much butter is required?
You will need 3 tablespoons of softened butter.
What type of sweetener is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of Brown Sugar Twin, which is a sugar substitute.
What size banana should I use?
The recipe calls for 1 small mashed banana.
How much vanilla extract is needed?
Add 1 teaspoon of liquid vanilla extract.
How do I prepare the dry ingredients?
Whisk together the soy flour, wheat gluten, salt, baking soda, and cinnamon in a large bowl.
When do I add the oatmeal and walnuts?
Stir them into the dry mixture until they are evenly distributed.
How do I mix the wet ingredients?
Combine Egg Beaters, softened butter, and brown sugar substitute in a separate bowl and beat until smooth.
How do I incorporate the banana?
Cut the banana into chunks, add it to the wet mixture with vanilla, and mash with a fork until smooth.
What is the correct way to combine wet and dry ingredients?
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix with a spatula until just combined.
What should the batter consistency be like?
The batter for these cookies should feel somewhat stiff.
How do I portion the dough onto the baking sheet?
Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to drop walnut-sized pieces of batter.
Do I need to grease the baking sheets?
Yes, you should use two greased baking sheets.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake them for 8 to 10 minutes.
How can I tell when the cookies are finished baking?
The edges of the cookies should be lightly golden when they are done.
How should I cool the cookies?
Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then move them to a wire rack.
Are these cookies suitable for a low-carb diet?
Yes, they are specifically designed as a low-carb and low-calorie treat.
Can these cookies be served as a snack?
Yes, they are perfect for an afternoon snack or a guilt-free dessert.
Is this recipe considered easy?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe suitable for families and friends.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are a total of 12 ingredients in this recipe.
What kind of cookie type is this?
These are classified as drop cookies.