Oatmeal Banana Cookie Bites

1.Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2.In a medium bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

3.In a separate large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Stir in the melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.

4.Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix. If using, fold in the chocolate chips.

5.Drop rounded teaspoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2.5 cm (1 inch) between each bite.

6.Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown and the centers are set.

7.Let the cookie bites cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.