Ingredients
1 ripe banana, mashed
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Mix in the mashed banana, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and stir until combined.
Fold in chopped walnuts or chocolate chips if using.
Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking tray, leaving space between cookies.
Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
Allow cookies to cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Preparation Time
Prep time: 10 minutes
Bake time: 10–12 minutes
Total time: about 22 minutes
Tips
Use an extra ripe banana for sweeter flavor and softer cookies.
Add oats for more texture.
Sprinkle a little cinnamon sugar on top before baking for extra flavor.
Benefits
Bananas add natural sweetness and moisture.
Walnuts provide healthy fats and crunch.
Homemade cookies contain fewer preservatives than store-bought versions.
Nutrition (Approximate per cookie)
Calories: 120
Carbohydrates: 16g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 6g
Sugar: 8g
Conclusion
These Banana Bread Cookies combine the soft flavor of banana bread with the chewy texture of cookies. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert with coffee or milk.