Vegan Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies

Not only are these cookies vegan, they're free of refined sugar, soy and gluten! Wowza. I love healthier alternatives especially when it's this easy...

There's not too much to explain with these cookies except for the fact they're really simple, soft and not too sweet. Let's get started, shall we?

Vegan Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies

Makes 12-14

Ingredients (use local and organic when possible):

• 1/2 cup gluten free flour
• 1 cup gluten free rolled oats
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 cup raw agave (you can also use raw honey if your diet allows)
• 1/4 cup non dairy milk (I prefer unsweetened almond)
• 1 teaspoon pure, alcohol free vanilla
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 2 tablespoons flax seeds
• 1 ripe banana, mashed
• pinch of sea salt 
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Method:

• Preheat oven to 350 F
• Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Mix until batter is blended well
• Scoop onto a greased baking sheet approx 1.5 inches apart
• Bake cookies for 10-12 minutes (cookies will turn slightly brown)
• Remove from baking sheet and let cool

*I know when it comes to allergen free options it can be a bit overwhelming so here are a couple tried and true items I keep stocked in my cupboard:

'Enjoy Life' allergen free chocolate chips. Free of milk, peanuts, tree nuts and soy. They're also gluten, sesame and sulphite free.

Bob's Red Mill Rolled Oats. Wheat free and perfect for baking.

Voilà! Dive in!