Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and mashed bananas, mixing until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in any optional add-ins like chocolate chips or chopped nuts.
- Scoop portions of dough onto the baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between each.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers are still soft.
- Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
Notes
For maximum sweetness, use very ripe bananas and mix the dough carefully to keep cookies soft. Cookies can be stored at room temperature or frozen for later enjoyment.