Description
Delight in the comforting flavors of traditional banana bread with these Delicious Banana Bread Cookies. Soft and chewy, these cookies transform overripe bananas into a sweet treat that’s perfect for any occasion, from cozy afternoons to dessert tables at gatherings. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you’ll love how quickly you can whip up this delightful recipe. The warm notes of cinnamon paired with the natural sweetness of bananas make these cookies a family favorite. Plus, you can easily customize them by adding chocolate chips or dried fruit for an extra twist!
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 a separate bowl, mix flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt; gradually stir into the banana mixture until just combined.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for about 12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden; cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor. Don't overmix the dough to keep the cookies tender. Chill the dough for about 30 minutes if it's too sticky to handle.