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Banana Bread Cookies

Irresistibly Soft Banana Bread Cookies You’ll Love

These Banana Bread Cookies are a delightful twist on traditional banana bread, offering chewy texture and comforting flavors in every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 ripe bananas overripe bananas use very ripe bananas for the sweetest flavor
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened for easy mixing and a rich texture
  • ½ cup granulated sugar sweetens the cookies and balances the banana flavor
  • ½ cup brown sugar adds a deep, molasses-like sweetness
  • 1 large egg binds the ingredients for a soft, chewy cookie
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances the overall flavor with a hint of warmth
For the Dry Ingredients
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour the base of your cookie that provides structure
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda helps the cookies rise, giving them a delightful texture
  • ½ teaspoon salt balances the sweetness and enhances flavors
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon adds a warm, cozy aroma, complementing the bananas
For the Mix-Ins
  • ½ cup rolled oats adds chewiness and hearty texture to the cookies
  • ½ cup chocolate chips optional, for a melty chocolatey surprise in every bite
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional, provides a crunchy contrast to the soft cookie

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • hand mixer
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the mashed bananas to the butter and sugar, stirring until fully incorporated.
  4. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  7. Fold in the rolled oats and any optional mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts.
  8. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space for spreading.
  9. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges turn lightly golden.
  10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy these Banana Bread Cookies warm out of the oven for an irresistible treat!

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