Spiced Banana Tangerine Oatmeal Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup oatmeal
• 50 g almonds, chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon ginger
• 1 banana
• Peel of 1 tangerine, finely grated
• Juice of 1 tangerine
• 1/2 teaspoon vanillin
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• Optional garnish: Almonds and cinnamon

Directions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (360°F).
2. Prepare Banana: In a mixing bowl, mash the banana until smooth.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the oatmeal, chopped almonds, turmeric, cinnamon, and ginger.
4. Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the tangerine peel, tangerine juice, vanillin, egg, and melted butter to the mashed banana. Mix well.
5. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until well combined.
6. Shape Cookies: Using a spoon, drop dollops of the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, shaping them into cookies.
7. Garnish: Sprinkle additional chopped almonds and cinnamon on top of each cookie, if desired.
8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the cookies are golden brown and firm.
9. Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack.

Serving Suggestions

• Enjoy these cookies with a cup of your favorite tea or coffee.
• They make a great on-the-go snack or a sweet addition to your breakfast.

Cooking Tips

• For a stronger flavor, lightly toast the almonds before adding them to the mixture.
• If you prefer a sweeter cookie, add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup to the mix.

Nutritional Benefits

• Oatmeal: Rich in fiber and helps in maintaining healthy cholesterol levels.
• Almonds: Good source of healthy fats, protein, and vitamin E.
• Banana: Provides natural sweetness and is a good source of potassium.
• Turmeric: Known for its anti-inflammatory properties.
• Cinnamon and Ginger: Both spices are known for their antioxidant properties.

Dietary Information

• These cookies are vegetarian and can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free oats.

Storage Tips

• Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
• For longer storage, keep them in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Easy to make with simple ingredients.
• Healthy and nutritious snack option.
• Perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and citrusy flavors.