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Banana Bread Cookies Recipe

Banana Bread Cookies Recipe
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These Banana Bread Cookies are a delightful twist on classic banana bread, combining moist banana flavor with a soft, cookie texture. Enhanced with warm cinnamon and optional crunchy walnuts, these cookies are finished with a luscious cream cheese glaze for the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. Ideal for snacking, dessert, or gifting, they bring all the comfort of banana bread in a convenient cookie form.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 small bananas)
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Cream Cheese Glaze

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon until thoroughly combined. This ensures even distribution of leavening agents and spices.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy. This process helps incorporate air for a tender cookie texture.
  4. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat the egg and vanilla extract into the butter-sugar mixture until well combined, ensuring a smooth batter.
  5. Incorporate Mashed Bananas: Mix in the mashed ripe bananas thoroughly, blending them evenly into the batter for natural sweetness and moisture.
  6. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can toughen cookies.
  7. Fold in Walnuts: If using, fold in the chopped walnuts to add texture and a nutty flavor to the cookies.
  8. Shape Cookies: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop heaping tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow spreading during baking.
  9. Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up.
  10. Transfer to Wire Rack: Carefully transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before glazing, preventing melting of the glaze.
  11. Prepare Cream Cheese Glaze: In a bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, mixing until the glaze is smooth and drizzle-able.
  12. Glaze Cookies: Once cookies are completely cooled, drizzle or spread the cream cheese glaze over the top of each cookie using a spoon or piping bag for an elegant finish.
  13. Serve and Enjoy: Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes, then serve and enjoy your delicious Banana Bread Cookies with Cream Cheese Glaze.

Notes

  • Ensure bananas are very ripe for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
  • Walnuts can be omitted or substituted with pecans or chocolate chips according to preference.
  • For a dairy-free option, substitute cream cheese and butter with plant-based alternatives.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
  • Allow cookies to cool completely before applying glaze to prevent melting.

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