Banana Cookies
Banana cookies are a delightful treat that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a soft, chewy texture. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are easy to make and will fill your kitchen with a warm, inviting aroma. Ideal for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, they can be enjoyed fresh from the oven or stored for later. Get ready to create sweet memories with this simple recipe!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Cream together softened butter and brown sugar in another bowl until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg one at a time along with vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda; gradually add to the wet ingredients while stirring gently.
- Fold in the mashed bananas and chocolate chips if using.
- Drop dollops of dough onto lined baking sheets and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg