These Banana Bread Cookies are a delicious twist on the classic banana bread, combining the comforting flavors into soft, chewy cookies. With just 6 simple ingredients, they’re quick and easy to make, perfect for breakfast, snack time, or as a sweet treat.
Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana (mashed)
- 1/2 cup (120g) peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 1/4 cup (60g) brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup (80g) chocolate chips or walnuts (optional, for added texture)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe banana until smooth.
Add the peanut butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and baking soda to the bowl. Mix until all the ingredients are well combined.
Fold in the chocolate chips or walnuts, if using.
Step 2: Shape the Cookies
Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
Step 3: Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. The cookies will be soft but will firm up as they cool.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips for the Best Banana Bread Cookies
Use Ripe Bananas: The riper the banana, the sweeter and more flavorful your cookies will be.
Customize: Swap chocolate chips for raisins, or add shredded coconut for a tropical twist.
Storage: Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Freeze for Later: These cookies freeze beautifully. Place in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
Preparation Time
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
Calories and Nutritional Information (Per Cookie, approximately):
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 5g
- Sugar: 5g