Banana Bread Cookies are the perfect fusion of classic banana bread and soft, chewy cookies. These cookies capture the warm, comforting flavors of ripe bananas, cinnamon, and vanilla in a portable, bite-sized treat. Whether enjoyed as a breakfast snack, a lunchbox addition, or a cozy evening dessert, they offer a delightful twist on traditional banana bread.
Ingredients :
For the Cookies:
1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cinnamon
½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
½ cup (100g) brown sugar
¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 medium ripe banana, mashed (about ½ cup)
1 cup (90g) rolled oats
Optional Additions:
• Chocolate chips – for a sweet, indulgent touch
• Chopped walnuts or pecans – for crunch and nuttiness
• Raisins or dried cranberries – for natural sweetness
• Shredded coconut – for added texture
Directions :
1️⃣ Preheat Oven & Prepare Baking Sheet:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
3️⃣ Cream Butter & Sugars:
In a separate bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4️⃣ Add Wet Ingredients:
Mix in the egg, vanilla, and mashed banana until well combined.
5️⃣ Combine Wet & Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
6️⃣ Fold in Oats & Optional Additions:
Stir in the oats and any optional mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts.
7️⃣ Chill the Dough (Optional):
For thicker cookies, refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes.
8️⃣ Scoop & Bake:
Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers look slightly soft.
9️⃣ Cool & Serve:
Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Tips for Success :
Use ripe bananas – The riper the banana, the sweeter and more flavorful the cookies will be.
Do not overmix – Overmixing can make the cookies dense instead of soft and chewy.
Chill the dough – Refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker cookies.
Use parchment paper – Prevents sticking and ensures even baking.
Slightly underbake – Remove cookies from the oven when the edges are set but the center is soft for a perfect texture.
