Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas with the end of a fork. Add the chopped dates and applesauce. Mix together. Then add the remaining ingredients. Let the batter sit for a few minutes for the oats to absorb the liquid.

Using a spoon, drop the rounded mounds of batter onto a parchment lined cookie sheet or a non-stick baking sheet. Bake for 25 minutes or until nicely browned. Store these moist cookies in a covered container in the refrigerator. Though they will probably not last long. Banana-Date Cookies are loved by adults and children alike.

CHEF'S NOTE: Medjool or Deglett Noor are good choices for dates. They will make it naturally sweet.