Chewy Banana Bread Cookies
These Chewy Banana Bread Cookies combine the delightful flavors of ripe bananas and warm spices, resulting in a soft, chewy cookie that tastes just like banana bread in cookie form. Perfect for a snack or dessert, these cookies are easy to make and are a crowd-pleaser!
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowls
- 1 whisk
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper
- 1 spatula
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 cooling rack
Ingredients
- 1 cup ripe bananas, mashed About 2 medium bananas.
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup chocolate chips Optional.
- ½ cup chopped nuts Such as walnuts or pecans, optional.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and brown sugar until creamy.
- Add in the mashed bananas, egg, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid over-mixing.
- If desired, fold in the chocolate chips and/or nuts for added texture and flavor.
- Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look set.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Notes
These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg or using different types of chips (like butterscotch or peanut butter).
Make sure the bananas are very ripe for the best sweetness and flavor.