Banana Bread Cookies

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Banana Bread Cookies

All the cozy flavors of banana bread—in soft, chewy cookie form! These easy-to-make cookies are packed with ripe bananas, warm cinnamon, and melty chocolate chips, making them the perfect treat for banana lovers.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Soft & Cake-Like – Just like banana bread, but in a portable, snackable form!
  • Quick & Easy – No mixer required and ready in just 30 minutes.
  • Uses Ripe Bananas – A delicious way to avoid wasting overripe bananas.
  • Kid-Approved – Perfect for lunchboxes, after-school snacks, or a sweet treat with coffee or tea.

Ingredients (Makes ~18 cookies)

For the Cookies:

  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (1 stick / 115g) unsalted butter, melted
  • ⅓ cup (65g) brown sugar
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (120g) mashed ripe banana (~1 medium banana)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup (90g) chocolate chips (or walnuts for a crunchy twist)

Optional Topping:

  • Cinnamon sugar for rolling (for extra sweetness and spice!)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat & Prepare

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

2. Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.

3. Make the Dough

In a separate large bowl, mix the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until well combined. Stir in the mashed banana and vanilla extract.

Gradually fold in the dry ingredient mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies soft and tender.

Finally, gently fold in the chocolate chips (or nuts if using).

4. Scoop & Bake

Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop about 1.5 tablespoons of dough per cookie onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.

Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and lightly golden. The centers may look slightly soft—this is normal.

5. Cool & Enjoy

Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!

Pro Tips for the Best Banana Bread Cookies

  • Extra banana flavor? Use very ripe bananas with lots of brown spots for a stronger banana taste and natural sweetness.
  • Want chewier cookies? Bake 1-2 minutes less for a softer, chewier texture.
  • Mix-ins for variety: Swap chocolate chips for white chocolate, pecans, or dried cranberries for a fun twist.

Storage & Freezing Tips

  • Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Refrigerate: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
  • Freeze the Dough: Scoop and freeze unbaked dough balls. Bake straight from frozen—just add 1-2 minutes to the baking time.
  • Freeze Baked Cookies: Store in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

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Final Thoughts

These Banana Bread Cookies combine the nostalgia of homemade banana bread with the ease of cookies. They’re soft, sweet, and irresistibly delicious. Perfect for using up those extra bananas in a fun, new way! Try them today and share your favorite mix-ins in the comments!

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