Description
Soft, chewy Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies blend the nostalgic sweetness of bananas with rich chocolate chips. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion, these cookies are a crowd-pleaser and a delightful way to use up ripe bananas.
Ingredients
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1 ripe banana, mashed
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- Cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add mashed banana, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden.
- Cool cookies on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For extra crunch, add nuts such as walnuts or pecans.
Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Underbake slightly for a chewier texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 cookies
- Calories: 140 kcal
