Chewy Banana Bread Cookies
Delicious and chewy cookies that combine the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a delightful cookie texture, perfect for any time of day.
Ingredients
Cookie Base
- 2 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Use very ripe bananas for natural sweetness.
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar Reduce amount if bananas are very ripe.
- 1 large egg egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Spoon into measuring cup to avoid packing.
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or pecans) Optional.
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips Optional.
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Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the mashed bananas, egg, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
Mixing
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the baking soda, salt, and flour.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped nuts and chocolate chips if using, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Baking
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
Enjoy these cookies warm or at room temperature with your favorite beverage. They can be customized with various mix-ins for unique flavors.