Crispy Sesame and Pumpkin Seed Cookies: 3 Ingredients, 100% Natural and Delicious
These Crispy Sesame and Pumpkin Seed Cookies are naturally gluten-free, vegan, and made with just 3 wholesome ingredients: banana, sesame seeds, and pumpkin seeds. A quick and easy healthy cookie recipe that’s crunchy, nutty, and naturally sweet—no added sugar!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
- Total Time: 25–30 minutes
- Yield: 10–12 cookies
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: International, Clean Eating
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 130 g sesame seeds (about 1 cup)
- 130 g pumpkin seeds (about 1 cup)
- 140 g ripe banana, mashed (about ½ cup + 1 tbsp)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, mashed banana, and a pinch of salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Spoon out portions of the mixture and shape into cookies, flattening slightly.
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake on the lower rack for 15–20 minutes, or until golden and firm.
- Let cookies cool fully on the tray to crisp up.
Notes
- Add cinnamon, orange zest, or vanilla extract for a flavor boost.
- Mix in raisins, cacao nibs, or sunflower seeds for variation.
- Swap sesame or pumpkin seeds with flaxseeds or chia seeds.
- No food processor needed—just a fork and a bowl.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
