Soft Banana Bread Cookies

Why Make This Recipe

Soft Banana Bread Cookies combine the beloved flavors of banana bread and cookies. These cookies are soft, chewy, and filled with chocolate and nuts. They are perfect for dessert or as a snack. If you have overripe bananas, this recipe is a great way to use them up while creating a delicious treat that everyone will love.

How to Make Soft Banana Bread Cookies

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter (unsalted)
• 2 ripe bananas
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Directions

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   Brown the butter: Start by adding the butter to a pan on medium heat. Let it melt and continue cooking until it turns golden brown. The butter will foam, and you’ll notice toasted milk solids at the bottom. Once browned, pour the butter into a heat-proof bowl or jar to cool slightly.

   
   
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   Preheat the oven: When the butter is ready, preheat your oven to 325ºF. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone lining.

   
   
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   Prepare the bananas: In a large bowl, take the ripe bananas and mash them completely. Add the browned butter, brown sugar, white sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix everything until it becomes fluffy.

   
   
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   Mix dry ingredients: In the same bowl, add the dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Mix well until combined but don’t overmix.

   
   
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   Add chocolate and nuts: Gently fold in the chocolate chips and chopped pecans into the mixture.

   
   
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   Form the cookies: Drop spoonfuls of the cookie batter onto the prepared cookie sheet. Make sure the cookie dough balls are at least 1.5 inches apart.

   
   
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   Bake: Place the cookies in the oven and bake for 12-18 minutes until the edges start to brown. Once done, cool the cookies slightly before enjoying them.

   
   

How to Serve Soft Banana Bread Cookies

Serve Soft Banana Bread Cookies warm, right out of the oven, for the best taste. You can also serve them with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee for a delightful treat any time of the day.

How to Store Soft Banana Bread Cookies

Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for about 3-4 days. If you want them to last longer, you can freeze them. Just wrap each cookie in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months.

Tips to Make Soft Banana Bread Cookies

• Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
• Be careful not to overmix the dough after adding the dry ingredients; this keeps the cookies soft.
• Keep an eye on the cookies as they bake. Ovens can vary, so check them at the 12-minute mark.

Variation

You can add different mix-ins according to your preference, such as walnuts instead of pecans or swapping chocolate chips for butterscotch chips for a different flavor.

FAQs

1. Can I use regular butter instead of unsalted?
Yes, you can use regular butter, but remember to adjust the salt in the recipe.

2. How ripe should the bananas be?
Use bananas that are very ripe with brown spots; this means they are sweet and ideal for baking.

3. Can I make this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, you can use a gluten-free all-purpose flour substitute to make these cookies gluten-free.

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