Description
These Banana Bread Cookies combine the moist, comforting flavors of banana bread with the delightful texture of a cookie. Infused with ripe banana, warm cinnamon, and studded with dark chocolate chips and walnuts, they’re the perfect treat for any time of day.
Ingredients
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½ cup (113g) cooled, just melted butter (should be creamy and custardy, not completely melted)
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¾ cup (165g) packed light brown sugar
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⅓ cup (80ml) mashed ripe banana (from 1 small banana – ensure accurate measurement)
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1 large egg yolk
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½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1½ cups (215g) all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
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¾ cup (125g) dark chocolate chips, plus extra for topping
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⅓ cup (50g) chopped walnuts
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and brown sugar until smooth and creamy.
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Add the mashed banana, egg yolk, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
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Fold in the dark chocolate chips and chopped walnuts.
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Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
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Gently press a few extra chocolate chips onto the top of each cookie for added decoration.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
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Ensure the butter is cooled and has a creamy consistency before mixing to achieve the desired cookie texture.
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For a dairy-free version, substitute the butter with a plant-based alternative and use dairy-free chocolate chips.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American