Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas. Add almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.

Combine Dry Ingredients: Add rolled oats, chia seeds, dried fruit, chopped nuts (if using), cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to the wet mixture. Stir until all ingredients are well-combined and a dough forms.

Shape the Cookies: Scoop out spoonfuls of the dough and form them into cookie shapes, placing them on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten slightly with the back of the spoon.

Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies are set.

Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.