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Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies

Moist and Chewy Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

These Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, chewy, and infused with nostalgic flavors. Perfect for beginner bakers!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1/4 cup overripe banana, mashed Provides natural sweetness and moisture
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter Acts as a rich fat source
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed Adds sweetness and caramel flavor
  • 1 large egg yolk Binds the ingredients together
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the overall flavor
For the Dry Ingredients
  • 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Essential as a leavening agent
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon Adds a warm spice flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness
For the Add-Ins
  • 2/3 cup chocolate chips Contributes rich sweetness

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, mash the overripe banana until smooth, adding melted butter or vegetable oil and brown sugar. Stir until well combined.
  2. Incorporate the egg yolk and vanilla extract, mixing until fully blended.
  3. Gradually add flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt to the wet mixture, stirring gently until no dry streaks remain.
  4. Fold in the chocolate chips, then let the dough rest for 15 minutes.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Drop heaping tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are set and centers are slightly underbaked.
  8. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1.5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use well-mashed bananas and avoid overbaking to retain chewiness. Store cookies in an airtight container for freshness.

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