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Banana Bread Cookies

Soft, chewy Banana Bread Cookies with a rich banana flavor that combines the best of both banana bread and cookies in a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 large large overripe bananas
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted Let it cool slightly before adding.
  • 1 large large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional) Adds extra warmth.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or semi-sweet chocolate chips Feel free to mix and match as you prefer.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Mash the bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth.
Combine Wet Ingredients
  1. In another bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Stir in the mashed bananas.
Mix Dry Ingredients
  1. Sift flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon into a separate bowl. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
Fold In Add-Ins
  1. Fold in chopped walnuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor and texture.
Drop Dough onto Baking Sheet
  1. Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to drop rounded portions of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake
  1. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers feel firm to the touch. Rotate the tray halfway through baking for even browning.
Cool and Serve
  1. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Serve warm or store in an airtight container.

Notes

These cookies are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Pro tip: Don’t skip lining your baking sheet!