Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies
These Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful treat, offering a perfect balance of natural sweetness from ripe bananas and rich chocolate chips for a soft and tender cookie.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 2 pieces ripe bananas Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 1 piece egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour Can substitute half with whole wheat flour for a healthier twist.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas.
- Add sugar and softened butter, mixing until smooth.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool before enjoying!
Notes
These cookies are perfect on their own but pair beautifully with a glass of milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze them for up to three months.