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Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies

Irresistibly Soft Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

These Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies are deliciously soft and chewy, blending rich chocolate with the natural sweetness of bananas.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1/3 cup Butter use softened butter for effortless creaming.
  • 1/2 cup Sugar substitute with brown sugar for a richer taste.
  • 1 large Egg binds the dough together; consider a flax egg for a vegan option.
  • 1/2 cup Mashed Ripe Banana overripe bananas are best for maximum sweetness and moisture.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract enhances flavor; almond extract works well too!
  • 1-1/4 cups All-Purpose Flour provides structure; opt for whole wheat for a healthier twist.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensures your cookies rise beautifully; make sure it’s fresh.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt balances the sweetness; key for flavor.
  • 1/8 teaspoon Baking Soda contributes to a perfect texture.
  • 1 cup Semisweet Chocolate Chips adds rich sweetness; feel free to swap with dark chocolate or nuts!
Optional Add-ins
  • Oats consider adding rolled oats for heartiness.
  • Spices a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg elevates the flavor.
  • Different Chocolate Types try milk, dark, or white chocolate chips for a fun twist.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • handheld mixer
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar for about 5–7 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg, mashed banana, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda in a separate bowl.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until dough comes together.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly dispersed.
  7. Drop rounded amounts of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 13–16 minutes until edges are lightly browned and centers are soft.
  9. Cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored to maintain their soft texture.

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