Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of comfort and sweetness with Chewy Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies. These scrumptious treats uniquely blend the moist, rich flavors of banana bread with the chewy texture of classic chocolate chip cookies. Perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy afternoon snack, these cookies are sure to impress family and friends alike. With their irresistible taste and customizable add-ins, you can easily make them your own. Enjoy them warm, packed for on-the-go snacking, or as a comforting dessert that everyone will love!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/3 cup mashed ripe banana (about one small banana)
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 3/4 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add mashed banana, egg yolk, and vanilla extract; mix until fully combined.
- In another bowl, combine flour, cinnamon powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients while stirring until just combined.
- Fold in dark chocolate chips and walnuts until evenly distributed.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet with space between each cookie.
- Bake for about 10 minutes or until golden brown around the edges but still soft in the center.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating chopped nuts or swapping chocolate chips for white chocolate or butterscotch chips. If you prefer thicker cookies, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.