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Easy Banana Bread Cookies

Decadent Easy Banana Bread Cookies for a Guilt-Free Treat

Easy Banana Bread Cookies are a delightful solution to use overripe bananas, transforming them into soft, chewy gems.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas Use bananas with brown spots for the best flavor.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version.
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Brown sugar enhances the flavor; can use honey/maple syrup.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Substitute with melted coconut oil or dairy-free butter.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Optional; enhances overall flavor.

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Banana Bread Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas until smooth in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Mix the softened butter, sugar, and vanilla extract into the mashed bananas until creamy.
  4. Whisk together flour, baking soda, and optional salt in a separate bowl.
  5. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients until just mixed.
  6. Add optional mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts if desired.
  7. Scoop heaping spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each scoop.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges turn golden brown.
  9. Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 3-5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Allow cookies to cool completely to maintain their chewy texture. Experiment with spices or mix-ins for customization.

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