Description
Delight in the warm, comforting flavors of banana bread with this easy and delicious banana bread cookies recipe. Perfectly soft and chewy, these cookies are a fantastic way to use up overripe bananas that would otherwise go to waste. With the rich sweetness of ripe bananas, brown sugar, and a hint of cinnamon, each bite is a nostalgic treat that brings joy to any occasion—be it casual snacking or family gatherings. Plus, they’re versatile enough to be customized with nuts or enjoyed plain. Treat yourself and your loved ones to these delectable cookies that will fill your home with an inviting aroma.
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 the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and mashed bananas until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt; gradually add this dry mixture to the wet 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. Allow cooling on sheets before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness. Avoid overmixing the dough for tender cookies. Chill dough for thicker cookies if desired.