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Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies

Soft and Chewy Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Transform overripe bananas into Soft and Chewy Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies, a quick and comforting dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 41 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 3 medium ripe bananas Mashed
  • 1/2 cup melted butter or oil
  • 1 cup brown sugar can substitute with white sugar
  • 1 each egg yolk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour add 1-2 tablespoons more if sticky
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips dark or white, or mix both
Optional Toppings/Variations
  • 1/2 cup nuts replace chocolate chips if desired
  • 1.5 tsp ground flaxseed plus 2 tbsp water for vegan option
  • 1 cup other chocolate types use dark or white chocolate

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and brown sugar, stirring until smooth and glossy.
  2. Add the mashed bananas, blending until fully incorporated.
  3. Incorporate the egg yolk and vanilla extract, stirring until well blended.
  4. Sprinkle in the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt, folding gently until no flour streaks remain.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
  6. Let the dough rest for about 15 minutes while preheating the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  7. Drop dollops of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-11 minutes until edges are golden but centers still appear soft.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or freeze for longer storage.

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