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Best Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies

Best Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies
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These Best Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies combine the warm, comforting flavors of banana bread with the indulgent sweetness of chocolate chip cookies. Featuring chewy textures, melty chocolate morsels, and a tender, moist crumb, these cookies deliver a nostalgic yet refreshingly new treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 2 to 3 overripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Mix-ins

  • 3/4 cup (135g) semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)

Optional Variations

  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (nutty twist)
  • Gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour (gluten-free swap)
  • Replace half the butter with applesauce (healthier option)
  • White chocolate chips or mini chocolate chunks (chocolate overload)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon or a pinch of nutmeg (spiced delight)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Bananas and Wet Ingredients: Start by mashing two to three overripe bananas in a large bowl until smooth. Add melted butter, then whisk in brown sugar, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and the egg until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. This ensures even distribution and a light texture in your cookies.
  3. Combine Wet and Dry: Slowly fold the flour mixture into the banana mixture using a spatula, mixing just until incorporated. Avoid overmixing to keep your cookies tender.
  4. Add Chocolate Chips: Gently stir in the chocolate chips, reserving a handful to sprinkle on top before baking for an enticing look and extra melted chips on the surface.
  5. Shape and Bake: Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 12 to 15 minutes or until edges are golden and the centers set but still soft.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for intense banana flavor and moistness.
  • Don’t overmix the batter to prevent tough cookies.
  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes for thicker, less-spreading cookies.
  • Measure flour carefully by spooning and leveling to avoid dense cookies.
  • Watch the baking time closely; pull cookies when edges turn golden for soft, chewy centers.

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