Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Oaties
By Sammi Brondo — August 17, 2026
I used to make these Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Oaties allll the time, and somehow, totally forgot about them. It wasn’t until I had a few extra ripe bananas on hand that I remembered to make them again… and now they’ll definitely be added frequently to my rotation.
They have only 3 main ingredients and make a perfect make-ahead breakfast or snack. Did I mention that they’re almost too easy to make?!
This recipe is so easy that it can barely even be called a recipe. You just mix mashed, ripe bananas, oats and chocolate chips together and then bake them. That’s it! Just 3 main ingredients.
If you’re feeling a little fancy (read: feel like taking an extra .5 seconds), you can also add cinnamon and vanilla extract to make these taste even better.
Grab 1 for a snack or even for dessert – I promise, they will not disappoint.
I’ve been having a few Banana Chocolate Chip Oaties for an afternoon snack with a little bit of peanut butter all this week. It tastes SO good and most importantly, actually keeps me full until dinner. It’s a great thing to keep on hand for the week.
Store these Banana Chocolate Chip Oaties in an airtight container in the fridge or pantry for 3-5 days.
Why You’ll Love These Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Oaties
Not only are they so simple to make, but they’re also just so good.
With only a few ingredients and a little bit of time, you’ve got a simple, nutritious snack or dessert ready in no time.
They’re so versatile too. Add them on top of Greek yogurt or cottage cheese for an easy fiber- and protein-filled breakfast.
Or have them with nut butter for a quick snack. You can also grab a few for dessert if you’re feeling it!
These are always SO satisfying.
Plus, they really couldn’t be easier to make. With just a few ingredients and a little bit of time, you’ve got a satisfying snack ready to go.
How to Make Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Oaties
Prepare ingredients
To make these Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Oaties, you’ll need ripe bananas, oats, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Preheat the oven to 350 F.
Add ingredients to bowl
In a bowl, add mashed bananas, oats and cinnamon.
Mix
Mix well to combine.
Fold in chocolate chips
Fold in chocolate chips.
Scoop onto baking sheet
Using a tablespoon, scoop mixture into heaping tablespoons onto a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet (makes about 15 oaties).
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Serve
Store Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Oaties in an airtight container in the refrigerator or pantry for up to 5 days.
If You Like Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Oaties, Try These
- 4-Ingredient Peanut Butter Banana Bars: Another simple, minimal ingredient (and banana-based) recipe that’s delicious and super versatile.
- Wholesome Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins: I love to make these muffins at the beginning of the week to give to my kids for breakfasts and snacks.
- 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Mousse: Into easy make ahead snacks? Try this peanut butter mousse that’s simple and full of protein.
- Raspberry Chocolate Chip Baked Oatmeal: Keep the oats and fruit vibes going with this delicious make ahead breakfast.
- Easy Strawberry Ice Cream: When the weather gets warm, this is the simple fruit-based snack or dessert to make. As a bonus, it’s full of filling protein.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Bananas: Make sure these are super ripe! The riper they are, the sweeter your Banana Chocolate Chip Oaties will be. I like to freeze bananas when they’re really ripe if I have no use for them at the moment. That way, I usually have a stash of ripe bananas ready in my freezer. Peel them, slice them, and stick them in a Ziploc bag. Just defrost before cooking.
- Oats: Use quick cooking or instant oats. Steel cut oats will not work in this Banana Chocolate Chip Oaties recipe.
- Chocolate chips: Opt for semi-sweet regular or mini chocolate chips.
Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Oaties Tips and Variations
- Mix ins: Try adding some peanut butter to the mix and/or add a dash of vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt for a little extra flavor. You can also add other mix ins like walnuts or chopped peanuts.
- Bananas: If your bananas aren’t ripe yet, try placing them on a baking sheet and baking at 350 F for about 10-15 minutes. The bananas will be black on the outside, but perfectly ripe and ready for baking.
- Cooking tips: The batter will be very wet. Use a tablespoon to tightly pack each one. Put it on the lined baking sheet and use the back side of the tablespoon to gently press the oatie together and round out the edges.
- Storage: Store prepared oaties in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. You can also store these Banana Chocolate Chip Oaties freeze them for up to 3 months. I’ve heard from many people that they love these as postpartum meal prep!
Frequently Asked Questions
Ingredients
- 2 ripe mashed bananas
- 1 cup oats
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 – 1 cup chocolate chips
- Optional: 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 F.
- In a bowl, add mashed bananas, oats, and cinnamon and mix well to combine. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Using a tablespoon, scoop mixture into heaping tablespoons onto a greased baking sheet (makes about 15 oaties). Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
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Super easy to make and they make the house smell great. I wanted to use up two ripe bananas without the hassle of a 15-ingredient banana bread recipe and major clean up.
I accidentally used old-fashioned rolled oats instead of instant but I let the batter rest 10-15 minutes which helped them soften and absorb moisture. I will use instant next time!
Hello, is it possible to use rice flakes instead of oat flakes?
I think 20 minutes may not be sufficient. They come out a little too soft. I’ll do 25 next time. And next time I will add the vanilla!
Delightful!
So easy and delicious
My apologies for my previous comment; you did specify quick oats in the NOTES, but not in the recipe itself. (If you “Jump” to the recipe, you miss the notes.) These truly are delicious. I used old-fashioned oats, added about 1-2 Ts of milk and let it sit for about 20-30 minutes. ( got only 13 from the recipe. (Next time I’ll probably double the recipe and use mini-chips. (Guittard chocolate makes these irresistable.) I baked for 23 minutes, but it might have been better to let them go to 25. Nevertheless, it’s tempting to eat them all.
So delicious! Quick and easy, a great healthy treat.
So happy to hear you loved them Ashley!
I just made these the other day and honestly they taste great and are a lovely treat especially when I need an energy boost!
So happy to hear that!!
I love how simple these are to make! Filled with wholesome ingredients and likely items you already have in your kitchen/pantry. Minimal ingredients and prep time so you can make a batch for the whole week! I subbed out the chocolate chips and did almonds instead, which added a little crunch.
Thank you so much, Belle! The almond addition sounds delicious 🙂
Soo easy for a quick and nutritious dessert. My oven cooked them in 16 minutes so be sure to keep an eye on them. I drizzled peanut butter over half. YUM!
The PB drizzle on top is so good! 🙂