These Easy Banana Bread Cookies are soft, fluffy, and packed with sweet banana flavor. They combine the cozy taste of banana bread with the convenience of cookies—perfect for using up ripe bananas in a quick and delicious way.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Great way to use overripe bananas
- Soft, cake-like texture
- Quick and easy to make
- No mixer required
- Customizable with chocolate chips or nuts
Time & Yield
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Bake Time: 12–15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12–16 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana (mashed)
- ¼ cup butter (melted)
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- ½ cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
- Preheat to 175°C (350°F).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients
- In a bowl, mash the banana until smooth.
- Stir in melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract.
3. Add Dry Ingredients
- Mix in flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Stir until just combined (do not overmix).
4. Add Mix-Ins
- Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.
5. Shape Cookies
- Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheet.
- Slightly flatten (they won’t spread much).
6. Bake
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until lightly golden.
7. Cool & Serve
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
How to Serve
- Enjoy warm for a soft texture
- Pair with milk, coffee, or tea
- Great as a snack or light dessert
Tips for Best Results
- Use very ripe bananas for more sweetness
- Do not overbake to keep cookies soft
- Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra flavor
- Chill dough briefly if too soft
Variations
Oatmeal Version
Add ½ cup oats for texture
Healthy Version
Use whole wheat flour and reduce sugar
Peanut Butter Banana
Add 2 tablespoons peanut butter
Calories (Approx.)
- Per cookie: 90–120 calories
Final Thoughts
These Easy Banana Bread Cookies are soft, comforting, and incredibly simple to make. They’re perfect for quick baking sessions and a great way to turn ripe bananas into something delicious.