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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.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 120 kcal

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.
Keyword Baking, Banana Cookies, Chewy Cookies, Cookies, Dessert Recipe