Description
This Banana Bread Cookies Recipe combines the sweet, comforting taste of classic banana bread with the convenience and chewy texture of a cookie. Ripe bananas, a mix of brown and white sugars, and optional add-ins (like chocolate chips or nuts) create soft, cake-like treats in a fraction of the time it takes to bake a loaf.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter (softened or browned)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup mashed ripe banana (about 2 medium bananas)
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 cup chocolate chips (optional)
- ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Optional: Brown your butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until golden and fragrant, then let it cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, mix the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until combined.
- Add the egg, mashed banana, and vanilla extract (if using). Stir well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until combined—avoid overmixing.
- Stir in chocolate chips or walnuts (optional).
- Scoop the dough in tablespoon-sized portions onto your prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and centers appear just set.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Browning the butter adds a caramel-like flavor but is optional.
- If the dough feels sticky, chill it in the refrigerator for about 15–30 minutes before baking.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: ~120
- Sugar: ~9 g
- Sodium: ~110 mg
- Fat: ~5 g
- Saturated Fat: ~3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~2 g
- Carbohydrates: ~18 g
- Fiber: ~1 g
- Protein: ~2 g
- Cholesterol: ~15 mg
Keywords: Banana Bread Cookies Recipe, banana cookies, easy dessert, baking, soft cookies