Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Banana Bread Cookies! These soft, chewy cookies capture the beloved flavors of traditional banana bread and transform them into an irresistible treat perfect for any occasion. With rich notes of ripe bananas and a hint of cinnamon, this recipe is not only quick to make but also customizable, allowing you to incorporate your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts. In just 22 minutes, you can whip up a batch that’s ideal for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or paired with a glass of milk, these cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 0.5 cup chocolate chips or nuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, mash the bananas and mix in melted butter, sugars, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just mixed.
- Fold in optional mix-ins if desired.
- Drop rounded spoonfuls on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden at the edges and set in the center.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: <0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg