Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix mashed bananas, melted butter, sugar, and egg until smooth.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart. Flatten slightly if desired.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For added flavor, include chopped nuts or coconut flakes.
- Ensure bananas are ripe for maximum sweetness.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freeze for longer storage, up to 1 month.
- Reheat briefly before serving for a fresh-cooked taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
