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Delicious Banana Bread Cookies Recipe

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These soft and chewy Banana Bread Cookies combine all the comforting flavors of classic banana bread in a handheld treat. Packed with ripe bananas, warm spices, and optional mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts, these cookies are the perfect snack or dessert. They’re quick to make and an excellent way to use up overripe bananas.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ripe banana, mashed (about 1/2 cup)
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, pecans, or chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat the Oven:
    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Cream Butter and Sugars:
    • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Add Wet Ingredients:
    • Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and mashed banana until well combined.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients:
    • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg (if using).
  • Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
    • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix. Fold in nuts or chocolate chips if desired.
  • Scoop and Bake:
    • Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies are set.
  • Cool:
    • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Banana Ripeness: Use overripe bananas with plenty of brown spots for the best flavor.
  • Mix-Ins: Try white chocolate chips, dried cranberries, or shredded coconut for fun variations.
  • Storage: Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • Gluten-Free Option: Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free 1:1 baking flour blend.

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