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Banana Bread Cookies

Soft Chewy Banana Bread Cookies for Your Sweet Cravings

These Soft Chewy Banana Bread Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic banana bread, perfect for sweet cravings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 medium ripe bananas heavily speckled or black
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free blend
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda essential for soft rise
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder aids in leavening
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened; can substitute with vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar adds moisture
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar complements sweetness
  • 1 large egg can substitute with flaxseed meal
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds flavor
Optional Mix-ins
  • 1 cup chocolate chips for extra sweetness
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts e.g., walnuts, almonds

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • spatula
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather all your ingredients.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  3. Mix in softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy.
  4. Incorporate egg and vanilla extract into the mixture.
  5. Combine all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
  6. Fold dry ingredients into the banana mixture until just combined.
  7. Gently fold in optional mix-ins such as chocolate chips or chopped nuts.
  8. Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them two inches apart.
  9. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are golden but centers are still soft.
  10. Cool on baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 95mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use overly ripe bananas for maximum sweetness. Customize mix-ins to your taste. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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