The Ultimate Banana Bread Cookies Recipe You’ll Adore
Banana bread and cookies—two irresistible treats in one! If you’re a fan of moist banana bread and gooey chocolate chip cookies, this Banana Bread Cookies recipe is about to become your new favourite. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, here’s why you’ll love this recipe, along with tips for perfect cookies and how to store them for lasting freshness.
5 Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe
- Comfort in Every Bite
The soft, cake-like texture combines the nostalgic warmth of banana bread with the bite-sized convenience of cookies. Each cookie is a hug in edible form. - Quick and Simple
With no fancy equipment or complicated techniques, this recipe is beginner-friendly and takes less than 30 minutes from start to finish. - Versatile Ingredients
Most of the ingredients are pantry staples, making it a great way to use up that overripe banana on your counter. - Kid-Approved Sweetness
These cookies are the perfect balance of sweetness and banana flavour, with chocolate chips making them a hit for all ages. - Perfect for Any Occasion
Whether it’s a casual snack, a bake sale, or a tea-time treat, these cookies shine on every table.
5 Top Tips When Making Banana Bread Cookies
- Use Very Ripe Bananas
The riper the banana, the sweeter and more flavourful your cookies will be. Look for bananas with plenty of brown spots. - Don’t Overmix
Overmixing the dough can result in dense cookies. Mix the wet and dry ingredients until just combined for the best texture. - Chill the Dough
If your dough feels sticky, a quick chill in the fridge for 10-15 minutes will make it easier to scoop and shape. - Customise the Chocolate Chips
Swap milk chocolate for dark chocolate, white chocolate, or even peanut butter chips to suit your taste. - Check for Doneness
Bake just until the edges are golden and the centres are set. Overbaking can dry out the cookies.
Storage Advice
- Room Temperature: Store cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days. To keep them soft, place a slice of bread in the container. The cookies will absorb the bread’s moisture.
- Freezer: For longer storage, freeze the cookies in a single layer on a baking sheet and then transfer them to a freezer-safe bag or container. They’ll keep for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature or microwave for 10-15 seconds to enjoy warm.
- Dough: You can also freeze the dough in scooped portions for up to 2 months. Bake directly from frozen, adding an extra 1-2 minutes to the baking time.
Ingredients You’ll Need
– 115g soft butter
-100g light brown sugar
-25g sugar
-1 egg
-1 ripe banana
-1 tsp vanilla extract
-190g cup flour
-1/2 tsp baking soda
-1/2 tsp baking powder
-1/2 tsp salt
-175g chocolate chips
How To Make Banana Bread Cookies
1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, mix the mashed bananas, melted butter, and brown sugar until smooth. Then add the egg and vanilla, stirring until well combined.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; if using oats, add them in this step.
4. Combine the dry and wet ingredients until just mixed and then gently fold in the chocolate chips, if desired.
5. Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart slightly.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden and the centres are set, then place them to cool on a wire rack.
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Banana Bread Cookies
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix the mashed bananas, melted butter, and brown sugar until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla, stirring until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. If using oats, add them in this step.
- Combine the dry and wet ingredients until just mixed. Gently fold in the chocolate chips, if desired.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart slightly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden and the centres are set. Cool on a wire rack.
