Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Soft and Chewy Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies, a perfect blend of comforting banana flavors and rich chocolate goodness. These cookies are reminiscent of classic banana bread, yet they offer a unique chewy texture that makes them irresistible. Whether you’re hosting a party, looking for an after-school snack, or just treating yourself, this easy recipe is sure to impress everyone. With just a handful of simple ingredients and under 30 minutes to make, you can enjoy warm, delicious cookies that will have your family and friends asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small overripe banana (mashed)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2/3 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed banana, brown sugar, and melted butter (or oil), mixing until well combined.
- Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract; stir until fully incorporated.
- Mix in the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until no dry streaks remain.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips, then cover the dough and let it rest for about 15 minutes while the oven preheats.
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared sheet, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10 to 11 minutes or until edges are set but centers appear slightly underbaked.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg