Soft and Chewy Banana Bread Cookies
Soft and Chewy Banana Bread Cookies are the ultimate comfort treat for banana lovers! Made with ripe bananas, these cookies boast a moist and flavorful experience that is hard to resist. Perfectly soft and chewy, they come together quickly, making them ideal for family gatherings or as an after-school snack. Customize with your favorite add-ins like walnuts or chocolate chips to elevate the taste. These cookies not only satisfy sweet cravings but are also a smart way to use up overripe bananas. Enjoy them warm from the oven or store them for later—either way, they are sure to delight everyone!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Optional: ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- Optional: ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: ¼ cup chopped walnuts or mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mash the banana until smooth. Mix in sugar and melted butter until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, salt, and optional cinnamon.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently without overmixing.
- Fold in optional add-ins like walnuts or chocolate chips.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden brown; cool before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg