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Banana Bread Cookies

Deliciously Soft Banana Bread Cookies for Easy Baking Fun

These Banana Bread Cookies are delightfully soft and easy to make, perfect for any gathering!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Baking
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Ripe Bananas Use overripe bananas for maximum flavor.
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Softened; can substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free.
  • 0.5 cup Light Brown Sugar Packed; white sugar can be substituted.
  • 1 large Egg At room temperature; a flax egg can substitute for vegan.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat or gluten-free flour can be swapped.
  • 0.5 cup Quick Oats Rolled oats can be substituted.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure freshness.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure freshness.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.25 cup Finely Chopped Pecans or Walnuts Optional; can omit or replace with chocolate chips.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 2 ounces Cream Cheese Softened; use dairy-free for vegan option.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Adjust for desired sweetness.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 0.125 teaspoon Salt

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Hand mixer
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
  3. Cream the mashed bananas, softened butter, and brown sugar together until smooth.
  4. Add the large egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, baking soda, baking powder, and salt, then mix into the wet ingredients.
  6. Scoop 1-inch balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
  7. Bake the cookies for about 10 minutes until lightly browned on the bottom.
  8. Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Prepare the frosting by mixing cream cheese, vanilla extract, and salt, then gradually add powdered sugar until smooth.
  10. Frost the cooled cookies and top with chopped pecans or walnuts if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use very ripe bananas and avoid overmixing the dough. Customize with mix-ins like chocolate chips or dried fruits if desired.

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