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Best banana bread chocolate chip cookies with rich chocolate chips and banana flavor

Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies

A delightful twist on classic treats, these cookies blend the moist goodness of banana bread with irresistible chocolate chips, perfect for any time of day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed Ensure very ripe for sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened Use at room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips Experiment with dark or white chocolate.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the mashed bananas and softened butter.
  3. Add the brown sugar, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days. For longer freshness, refrigerate for about a week or freeze, separating layers with parchment paper.