These 2-ingredient banana sesame cookies are a quick, healthy, and naturally sweet snack that anyone can make in minutes. Made with just ripe bananas and sesame seeds, this recipe is perfect when you want something simple without using flour, eggs, butter, or refined sugar. The bananas act as a natural sweetener and binder, while sesame seeds add a delicious nutty flavor and a light crunch.
This recipe is also a great way to use overripe bananas that might otherwise go to waste. The cookies turn out soft, mildly sweet, and nutritious, making them ideal for kids, tea-time snacks, or a quick energy bite during the day. Since the recipe uses only two basic ingredients, it is beginner-friendly and requires very little preparation time.
Ingredients
Banana – 2 ripe (well mashed)
Sesame seeds – ½ cup (white or black, lightly roasted)
Preparation Process
Step 1: Prepare the Banana
Peel the ripe bananas and place them in a mixing bowl. Mash them well using a fork until you get a smooth puree without large lumps. The riper the bananas, the sweeter your cookies will taste.
Step 2: Add Sesame Seeds
Add the sesame seeds to the mashed banana. Mix everything well until the seeds are evenly coated with the banana mixture. The mixture should be thick enough to scoop.
Step 3: Shape the Cookies
Line a baking tray with parchment paper or lightly grease it. Take small spoonfuls of the mixture and place them on the tray. Slightly flatten them with the back of a spoon to form cookie shapes.
Step 4: Bake
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Bake the cookies for 15–18 minutes or until the edges become lightly golden.
Step 5: Cool and Serve
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool for 10 minutes. They will firm up slightly as they cool. Serve as a healthy snack.
Health Benefits
- Rich in Calcium: Sesame seeds are an excellent source of calcium which helps strengthen bones.
- High in Fiber: Both bananas and sesame seeds contain fiber that supports digestion.
- Natural Energy: Bananas provide natural sugars that give quick energy.
- Heart Healthy: Sesame seeds contain healthy fats that support heart health.
Tips for Best Cookies
- Use very ripe bananas for natural sweetness.
- Lightly roast sesame seeds to enhance flavor.
- If you want crispier cookies, bake for 2–3 extra minutes.
- Let cookies cool completely before storing.
These cookies are soft and naturally sweet because they contain only banana as the sweetener. They are perfect for healthy snacking, kids lunchboxes, or quick breakfast bites.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I make these cookies without roasting sesame seeds?
Yes, but roasting them gives a better nutty flavor.
2. Why are my cookies too soft?
Banana cookies are naturally soft. Bake them a few extra minutes if you want them slightly firmer.
3. Can I cook these cookies without an oven?
Yes. You can cook them in a covered pan on very low heat for about 10–12 minutes.
4. How do I store these cookies?
Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for 1–2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
5. Can I make them crispy?
With only two ingredients they stay soft, but baking longer can make the edges slightly crisp.
6. Can I make these cookies sweeter?
Yes. If you prefer sweeter cookies, you can add jaggery powder or sugar – 1 to 2 tablespoons to the banana mixture before mixing the sesame seeds. Mix well and then shape and bake the cookies as usual.