Soft and Fluffy Banana Bread Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

These Soft and Fluffy Banana Bread Cookies blend ripe bananas and vanilla for a delightful treat.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 30

Servings: 12 cookies

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Batter

2-3 medium Ripe Bananas Mashed
1 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with a mix of sugar and molasses
1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Essential for consistency
1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh
1 pinch Salt Enhances flavor
1 large Egg Beaten until pale
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Highly recommended

For Optional Mix-ins

1 cup Chocolate Chips Optional
0.5 cup Nuts Chopped walnuts or pecans
1 teaspoon Spices Such as cinnamon or nutmeg

Equipment

Oven
mixing bowl
whisk
Spatula
Cookie scoop
baking sheet
parchment paper

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add the beaten egg and sugar, mixing well.
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, mixing until just combined.
Scoop the cookie dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until lightly golden.
Let the cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days; they can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

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