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Banana Bread

Irresistible Banana Bread Cookies You’ll Crave Daily

Delightful Banana bread cookies combine the classic richness of banana bread with chewy oatmeal texture, making them a crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 29 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened Adds richness and depth to the cookies.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed Provides a warm, caramel-like sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Balances the overall sweetness.
  • 2 large eggs Binds the ingredients together.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Adds a delightful aroma and flavor.
  • 1 cup mashed ripe banana The star of the show, bringing moisture and sweetness.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Supplies structure to cookies.
  • 1/2 cup old fashioned oats, blended into a powder Gives a chewy texture.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps the cookies rise.
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder Creates a light and airy cookie.
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt Enhances all the flavors.
  • 1/2 cup sour cream Keeps the cookies moist.
Optional Spices
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon Adds warmth and depth.
  • 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg Introduces a hint of spiciness.
  • 1/8 teaspoon cloves Enhances the festive vibe.
For the Nuts
  • 1/2 to 3/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts Adds crunch and nuttiness.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar.
  3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract.
  4. Incorporate the mashed banana and sour cream.
  5. Whisk the dry ingredients together.
  6. Combine the wet and dry ingredients.
  7. Fold in the nuts if desired.
  8. Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto a lined baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes.
  10. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness. Mix until just combined to avoid tough cookies. Chilling the dough can enhance texture.

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