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Banana Bread Cookies

Banana Bread Cookies
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Banana Bread Cookies combine the comforting flavors of classic banana bread into a soft, chewy, and portable cookie form. Made with ripe bananas, warm spices, and simple pantry staples, these cookies are perfect for a mid-afternoon snack or cozy dessert. They’re easy to customize with nuts, chocolate chips, or dietary adaptations, making them a favorite treat for all occasions.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 2 to 3 ripe bananas (about 1 cup mashed)
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free version)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup softened butter or oil (coconut oil for vegan version)
  • 1 large egg (or flaxseed/chia seed gel for vegan version)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Add-ins

  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • ½ cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
  • ¼ cup dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, etc.)
  • Pinch of nutmeg or ginger (for extra spice)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Bananas: Mash ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth but still slightly chunky for texture. These will lend natural sweetness and moisture to your cookies.
  2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: Add softened butter, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and combine until creamy and well incorporated.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt to evenly distribute these elements before adding to wet ingredients.
  4. Mix the Batter: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture, stirring just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
  5. Add Optional Mix-ins: Fold in any desired nuts, chocolate chips, dried fruit, or spices for added texture and flavor.
  6. Shape and Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a lined baking sheet with spacing. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges turn golden brown but centers remain soft.

Notes

  • Use bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness and flavor.
  • Gently fold ingredients together to avoid overmixing and maintain a tender cookie texture.
  • Use room temperature butter and eggs for better blending and even batter consistency.
  • Remove cookies when edges are set but centers are still slightly soft for the best chewy texture.
  • Customize with nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruit to add variety and extra flavor.

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