Banana Cookies
Soft, moist, and loaded with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, these Banana Cookies are the ultimate treat for cookie lovers looking to add a fruity twist to their dessert repertoire. With a delightful hint of cinnamon, a perfectly chewy texture, and optional add-ins like melty chocolate chips or crunchy nuts, this recipe offers a warm and comforting flavor profile that’s hard to resist. Ready in just under 30 minutes, these cookies are perfect for using up overripe bananas, making them both delicious and practical. Serve these crowd-pleasing cookies fresh out of the oven with a glass of milk or a cup of tea, and watch them disappear in no time!
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces ripe bananas
- 115 grams unsalted butter
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 100 grams brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 220 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 120 grams chocolate chips (optional)
- 50 grams chopped nuts (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until smooth.
Step 3
Add the unsalted butter (softened to room temperature), granulated sugar, and brown sugar to the mashed bananas. Mix until well combined and creamy.
Step 4
Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 5
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
Step 6
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix.
Step 7
If desired, fold in the chocolate chips and/or chopped nuts to the dough.
Step 8
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 9
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
Step 10
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 11
Serve and enjoy your delicious banana cookies!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 953.9 grams (953.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3537 |
| Total Fat 163.50g | 210% |
| Saturated Fat 82.20g | 411% |
| Cholesterol 255mg | 85% |
| Sodium 1943mg | 84% |
| Total Carbohydrate 510.50g | 186% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.70g | 81% |
| Total Sugars 293.30g | |
| Protein 39.80g | 80% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 310mg | 24% |
| Iron 18mg | 100% |
| Potassium 1935mg | 41% |
Source of Calories