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Best Banana Bread Cookies

These delightful cookies capture the comforting flavors of banana bread in a chewy form, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 140
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cups packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 0.75 cups mashed ripe bananas Use very ripe bananas for best flavor.
  • 0.5 cups chopped walnuts (optional) Can substitute with chocolate chips.
Cream Cheese Glaze
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk Adjust for consistency.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully blended, then mix in the mashed bananas.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mix, stirring on low speed until just combined. Gently fold in walnuts if using.
  5. Cover the dough and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Baking
  1. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared sheets.
  2. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  3. Cool on baking sheets for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Glaze Preparation
  1. Beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth, then add milk gradually until you reach your desired drizzling consistency.
  2. Once cookies cool, drizzle or spread the cream cheese glaze on top. Let it set for 15-20 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a thicker glaze, reduce the amount of milk. These cookies can last up to one week at room temperature in an airtight container.