Soft and Chewy Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in the delightful blend of banana bread flavor and cookie perfection with these Soft and Chewy Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies. With their moist, chewy texture and rich chocolatey goodness, these cookies are sure to become a favorite in your home. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, they are quick to prepare, making them an ideal treat for any occasion. In just 22 minutes, you can enjoy warm cookies fresh from the oven that bring comfort and sweetness to your day!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 small overripe banana (mashed, about 1/4 cup)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2/3 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together the mashed banana, vegetable oil (or melted butter), and brown sugar until well combined.
- Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract, stirring until fully integrated.
- Gradually mix in the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until no dry flour remains.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
- Scoop out one-inch balls of dough onto the prepared sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for about 10-11 minutes until puffed but still soft in the center.
- Allow cooling on the sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: <5mg