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Easiest Baby Cookies Ever – the best homemade teething biscuits

August 29, 2020 By Morgan Last Updated: September 18, 2020

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These baby cookies are wholesome and simple snacks for little hands. Whether you’re looking for an easy snack on the go or a natural teething biscuit, these are for you.

a cooking sheet lined with parchment paper and topped with simple 2 ingredient cookies on a marble counter top with a banana and oats

This post was originally posted on April 27, 2015 and has since been updated. 

When in college, I was constantly on the lookout for a healthier cookie recipe.

While I never found a good substitute, I remember seeing recipes for two ingredient cookies everywhere.

I didn’t like them personally. Honestly, if I’m looking for a cookie, I want a dang cookie. But that simple recipe has come in handy since that first discovery in a way I didn’t foresee.

2 Ingredient Baby Cookies

When you need a quick snack between meals or for teething, baby cookies are a great option.

But most store bought options contain soy or dairy, which meant when Ryan was MSPI they didn’t work for us. Others are simply packed with ingredients that I don’t know and don’t want to expose a baby to.

So, when Ryan was a baby I went out looking for something simple I could make. That’s when that simple cookie recipe came to mind.

a stack of baby cookies cut open to see the dense oat and banana insides with a faded tea towel in the background

Making cookies for babies easy

If your baby doesn’t have pincer grip down, you could also make them into sticks of some sort. I’ve tried them both ways with success.

These baby cookies are perfect for little hands and a great baby led weaning snack on the go.

The recipe below is open for changes and edits to fit your family.

Variations on this baby cookie for teething

This teething cookie is super flexible – I still make them for the boys with add-ins for extra flavor. They make great, healthy snacks or even a quick breakfast recipe for kids. Here are some of my favorite add-ins:

  • Raisins
  • Chopped dried fruit (look for unsweetened)
  • Chocolate chips
  • A sprinkle of spices like cinnamon
  • Shredded coconut
  • a tablespoon or two of nut butter

If you’re looking for more healthy cookie recipes for toddlers, check out this post with over 30 healthy cookies.

Tips for making the best baby cookies:

  • Rolled oats are often used in 2 ingredient cookie recipes, but I have found that they are too coarse for baby mouths. Instead, I use quick oats.
  • If you want it even smoother I’ve used oat flour. Just reduce the amount a bit. If you’re making your own oat flour, measure out one cup of oats and then process.
  • If the cookies seem too thick (usually if you have a small banana or it’s not super ripe) add a splash of liquid. I’ve used breast milk or water.
  • You can also use vegetable puree in these. Instead of the banana, use about 1/2 cup of puree. Sweet potato is a great, sweet option.
  • If you feel the need to use a sweetener, make sure you use a baby safe option. Honey is not recommended for babies under 1.

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I love using spring-loaded scoops for everything from cookies to pancakes to meatballs. It helps to make sure everything is portioned evenly and cook evenly. I have this NorPro set and love it.

a tower of baby cookies on top of a pink rose covered ta towel and a marble counter top

How to store homemade baby cookies:

I find that they will keep in the fridge for about a week and a half, and out of the fridge for 3 or 4 days.

I usually keep about 5 out in the fridge in a plastic bag and the rest in a container in the freezer.

The Easiest Baby Cookies Ever

These homemade baby cookies are perfect as snacks for babies and big kids alike. With just 2 ingredients, these are the perfect homemade treat. Try different mix-ins to change it up!

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a tower of baby cookies on top of a pink rose covered ta towel and a marble counter top
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Easiest 2 Ingredient Baby Cookies

2 Ingredient cookies are wholesome and simple snacks for little hands. Whether you’re looking for an easy snack on the go or a whole food baby cookie, these are for you. No one questioning ingredients in store-bought teething cookies or toddler snacks. These oatmeal cookies are perfect for babies and toddlers but are also a great healthy snack for big kids and mom.

Course Snack
Cuisine American, Baked Goods, Kid friendly
Keyword baby cookies, baby food, hand held
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 12 cookies
Calories 68 kcal
Author Morgan

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1 cup of quick oats

Optional:

  • 2-4 TBS of peanut butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1/4 cup of mix-ins

Instructions

  1. Preheat over to 350, and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mash up the bananas very well. Make sure to break up any larger chunks.
  3. Add in peanut butter and vanilla, if using and stir until combined.
  4. Stir in mix-ins and oats until well combined and smooth.
  5. Take a tablespoon and scoop balls out on to the tray.
  6. When they are all scooped, smooth into circles and flatten slightly with a fork or your fingers.
  7. Put into the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes.
  8. Let cool and package, storing in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts
Easiest 2 Ingredient Baby Cookies
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 68 Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 0.96g1%
Saturated Fat 0.18g1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.343g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.288g
Potassium 126mg4%
Carbohydrates 13g4%
Fiber 1.9g8%
Sugar 2.4g3%
Protein 2.4g5%
Vitamin A 50IU1%
Vitamin C 1.7mg2%
Calcium 10mg1%
Iron 0.7mg4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

What are your favorite homemade treats or your kids? Do you have any great recipes to replace old favorites when losing weight?

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Filed Under: Baby, Baby Led Weaning, Parenting, Snacks

Comments

  1. Danielle says

    April 27, 2015 at 3:46 pm

    Great recipe!! I’ve made something similar for myself and 3 year old and will totally have to give our littlest a taste of one when he is bigger!

    Reply
  2. Amy says

    April 28, 2015 at 12:26 pm

    So glad you found your way to my blog so I could find yours! I’m in NJ too…where abouts are you? Oooh, I will definitely be making these “cookies” when my little one is ready for real food, since we still arent’ sure if he’ll outgrow his soy and/or dairy issues. We’re still working on learning to chew 😉

    Reply
    • Morgan @ Managing Mommyhood says

      April 28, 2015 at 7:51 pm

      We’re in Budd Lake now, but I grew up in Somerville. What about? Yeah, we start testing next month to see if Ryan outgrew his and I’m sure you can relate to the high hopes I have! But the cookies are GREAT, when our pediatrician told me at 9 months he should be having 3 meals and 2 snacks I was shocked and at a loss for soy/dairy allergy friendly snacks. They have been a godsend.

    • Amy says

      April 28, 2015 at 8:53 pm

      Oh not *too far. We’re in Millburn. Good luck to Ryan!!! I hear it’s fairly common to outgrow these allergies so I’ll keep my fingers crossed for him 😉 Man we definitely won’t be at 3 meals and 2 snacks by 9 months. When on earth do they have time to eat all that while still drinking bottles?!

    • Morgan @ Managing Mommyhood says

      April 29, 2015 at 9:00 am

      Oh, it’s really nice there! But yeah, it’s a lot so I’m definitely not really strict with it. Some dried fruit here, a breakfast cookie there. We play it by ear ahah

  3. hmtroupe says

    April 28, 2015 at 4:00 pm

    These sound great! I could make them without the pb- Matilda loooooves bananas!

    Reply
    • Morgan @ Managing Mommyhood says

      April 28, 2015 at 7:51 pm

      They’re awesome – when they’re baking they smell like banana bread 😉

  4. kisenok says

    September 21, 2016 at 1:44 pm

    These look wonderful and i’m about to run out to get a batch of bananas for these right now! Shame there’s no way to print the recipe though…

    Reply

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