A delightful treat that combines the comforting flavors of banana bread with the convenience of cookies. With their soft, chewy texture and rich banana flavor, these cookies are perfect for snack time, dessert, or even as a sweet addition to your breakfast routine.
Ingredients
Scale:
1 cup ripe bananas (about 2-3 medium bananas, mashed)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chocolate chips (or chopped nuts, if desired)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the mashed bananas, egg, and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture. Mix until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
If desired, fold in the chocolate chips or nuts.
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look set.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
