Description
Experience the joy of baking with our Delicious Banana Bread Cookies Recipe for a Sweet Treat! These soft and chewy cookies encapsulate the beloved flavors of classic banana bread, making them perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a quick snack, a delightful dessert to share, or a way to use up overripe bananas, this recipe has you covered. With easy-to-follow steps and customizable options like adding chocolate chips or nuts, you’ll have a batch ready in no time. Bake these cookies for your next gathering or simply enjoy them as an everyday treat.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and mashed bananas until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add to the banana mixture until just combined.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets with space between each cookie.
- Bake for about 12 minutes or until lightly golden at the edges. Allow cooling on the sheet before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness. For added texture and flavor, experiment with mix-ins like chocolate chips or dried fruit. Chill dough for 30 minutes if you prefer thicker cookies.