Banana Bread Cookies
A soft, flavorful treat that combines the best of banana bread and cookies—perfect for any time of the day!
Ingredients
- 1 cup ripe bananas (about 2 medium), mashed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cream the Butter and Sugars
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the Wet Ingredients
Beat in the mashed bananas, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Combine the Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
5. Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture. Stir until just combined—avoid overmixing.
6. Fold in Nuts and Chocolate Chips
If desired, gently fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans and chocolate chips until evenly incorporated.
7. Scoop the Cookies
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
8. Bake the Cookies
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set.
9. Cool and Serve
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 3-5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Recipe Notes
- For a stronger banana flavor, use very ripe bananas with brown spots.
- Customize with raisins, shredded coconut, or white chocolate chips for a twist.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Info (per cookie)
- Calories: ~95
- Protein: 1.5g
- Fat: 4.5g
- Carbs: 13g
Enjoy these Banana Bread Cookies—soft, chewy, and bursting with comforting flavors! Perfect for a snack, dessert, or breakfast on the go.