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Banana Bread Cookies

Chewy Banana Bread Cookies Made Easy in Just 6 Steps

These Chewy Banana Bread Cookies utilize ripe bananas for a delightful treat that embodies comfort and nostalgia.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas Use ones with brown spots for best flavor.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for richer flavor.
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Can substitute with melted coconut oil for dairy-free.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential for cookie consistency.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt Optional, can be omitted.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • whisk
  • spoon

Method
 

How to Make Banana Bread Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  3. Combine the softened butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract with the mashed bananas.
  4. Whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking soda in a separate bowl.
  5. Stir the dry ingredients gently into the wet banana mixture until just combined.
  6. Fold in your choice of add-ins such as chocolate chips or nuts.
  7. Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake them for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  9. Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Optional: Drizzle with melted chocolate for extra indulgence. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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