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Banana Bread Cookies

Irresistibly Soft Banana Bread Cookies You’ll Crave!

These Banana Bread Cookies are soft, chewy, and the perfect nostalgic treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 medium Ripe Bananas Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness.
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free blend if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh for best rise.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Check expiration date for effectiveness.
  • 1 pinch Salt Sea salt adds a nice touch.
  • 0.5 cups Brown Sugar Can be swapped for coconut sugar.
  • 0.25 cups Granulated Sugar Adjust if incorporating sweeter mix-ins.
  • 1 large Egg Act as a binder; replace with flax egg for vegan.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances the flavor.
Optional Mix-ins
  • 0.5 cups Mini Chocolate Chips For a sweet melt-in-your-mouth texture.
  • 0.5 cups Chopped Walnuts Introduce delightful crunch.
  • Spices (e.g., Nutmeg, Cloves) Add warmth and depth to flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  3. Add brown sugar, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract to the bananas and mix until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Combine the wet and dry mixtures until just combined.
  6. Fold in optional mix-ins if desired.
  7. Scoop dough mounds onto the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden; cool briefly on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. They can also be refrigerated for a week or frozen for up to 3 months.

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