Soft and Chewy Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Soft and Chewy Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies! These scrumptious treats combine the essence of classic banana bread with the irresistible allure of chocolate chips, creating an easy-to-make cookie that is soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are ideal for dessert tables, afternoon snacks, or a sweet pick-me-up during your busy day. Plus, using overripe bananas adds natural sweetness, making them a healthier option for dessert lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Total Time: 26 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 18 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 small overripe banana, mashed
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 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
- In a large bowl, mix together the melted butter (or vegetable oil), brown sugar, and mashed banana until smooth.
- Add in the egg yolk and vanilla extract; stir until well combined.
- Incorporate the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips. Cover the dough and let it rest for about 15 minutes while preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and drop spoonfuls of dough onto it, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10 to 11 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Allow cooling on the sheet briefly before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg