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Banana Bread Cookies

Banana Bread Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth Every Time

Delicious Banana Bread Cookies that transform overripe bananas into a delightful dessert, perfect for sharing and easily customizable.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 3 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Salted Butter Can be substituted with unsalted butter plus a pinch of salt.
  • 1 cup Granulated White Sugar Slightly reduce for less sweetness.
  • 2 large Eggs Essential for binding the ingredients and contributing to the cookie's structure.
  • 2 cups Mashed Bananas Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract No substitute necessary.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Cannot be substituted without altering the outcome directly.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Can be adjusted based on preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential for texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Necessary for the proper rise.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted salted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in the eggs, mashed bananas, and vanilla extract, whisking until well combined.
  4. Fold in the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and baking powder until just combined.
  5. Drop heaping tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheet, ensuring space for spreading.
  6. Bake for about 12 minutes until golden brown around the edges.
  7. Cool on the baking sheet for about 3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 80IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use ripe bananas for enhanced flavor; substitute with plant-based ingredients for a dairy-free option.

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