Step 1

Preheat oven to 350F. Line a baking sheet (parchment, foil or silpat) or lightly grease/spray with cooking spray.

Step 2

in a medium bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until almost no lumps remain (mixture should be almost liquid if using really ripe bananas; you should have about 1 cup/250mL). Stir in oats until well-blended. Let mixture stand for 5 minutes. Mix in any optional ingredients, if using.

Step 3

Using a small cookie scoop or rounded tablespoon measure, drop rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking sheet about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart (they don't really spread). Sprinkle with any of the suggested toppings, if using.

Step 4

Bake in preheated oven for 13 to 15 minutes until golden brown and firm to touch at the center. Transfer to cooling rack and cool completely.