Description
These soft, chewy banana bread cookies are a fun twist on traditional banana bread! Packed with ripe bananas, cinnamon, and vanilla, they’re the perfect snack or dessert. Customize with chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit.v
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Optional add-ins: chocolate chips, walnuts, or dried fruit
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: Mash the bananas in a large bowl. Add the softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar, then beat the mixture with a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, until fully incorporated.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies light.
- Add Optional Ingredients: Stir in any add-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit.
- Shape the Cookies: Drop rounded scoops of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers are set. Remove from oven and cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. Place parchment paper between cookie layers to prevent sticking.
- Freezing: Freeze cookies in a single layer, then transfer to a zip-top bag. Store for up to 3 months.
- Reheating: Microwave for 10-15 seconds or heat in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 5-7 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: dessert, snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Banana bread cookies, banana cookies, chewy cookies, soft cookies, banana dessert