Description
Turn that overripe banana into soft, chewy cookie magic! These Banana Bread Cookies are quick, cozy, and taste like banana bread had a sweet fling with a classic cookie. With crispy edges, tender centers, and a warm banana-caramel flavor, they’re perfect for coffee breaks, lunchboxes, or midnight snacks. Born from one too-ripe banana and a little kitchen creativity, this recipe turns “almost trash” into treasure. So preheat the oven—your inner Nana will be proud!
Ingredients
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1 ripe banana (about ½ cup mashed)
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½ cup granulated sugar
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¼ cup melted butter (cooled slightly)
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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¼ tsp baking soda
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¼ tsp salt
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
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Mash banana in a bowl. Add sugar and melted butter. Stir 1 minute.
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In a second bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt.
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Fold dry into wet until just combined. Dough will be sticky.
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Scoop tablespoons onto sheet. Flatten gently with a fork.
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Bake 10–12 mins, until edges are golden. Cool 5 mins on pan, then transfer to rack.
Notes
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Sprinkle with turbinado sugar pre-bake for a crispy top.
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Chill dough 15 mins if your kitchen’s warm for thicker cookies.
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Swap half the sugar for brown sugar for extra chew!
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 90 kcal per serving
- Sugar: 7g
- Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Protein: 1g