Description
These Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies combine the moist, tender texture of classic banana bread with the delightful sweetness of chocolate chip cookies. Perfectly soft and flavorful, they make a delicious and easy dessert or snack that’s sure to satisfy banana and chocolate lovers alike.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Add-ins
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which incorporates air for a tender cookie texture.
- Add Eggs and Flavorings: Beat in the eggs one at a time to fully incorporate them, then stir in the vanilla extract and mashed bananas until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon to evenly distribute the leavening and spices.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix to maintain a soft texture.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips to distribute them evenly throughout the dough.
- Scoop Cookies: Using about 2 tablespoons of dough per cookie, scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing each cookie about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 12 to 15 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set but still soft.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps them firm up and prevents breakage.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- For added texture and a nutty crunch, incorporate 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans into the dough.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
