Peanut Butter Banana Cookies
Indulge in the irresistible blend of sweet and nutty with these soft and chewy Peanut Butter Banana Cookies! This effortless recipe combines ripe bananas, creamy peanut butter, and a touch of brown sugar to create a naturally flavorful base that's both satisfying and delicious. With just 15 minutes of prep time, these cookies are baked to perfection in under 10 minutes, making them ideal for quick snacks or on-the-go treats. Add a personalized twist with optional mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts for an extra burst of texture and taste. Perfectly balanced with a hint of vanilla and a golden, tender crumb, these homemade cookies are a delightful way to enjoy classic comfort flavors while keeping things simple. Whether paired with a glass of cold milk or enjoyed straight from the cooling rack, they’ll quickly become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Ripe banana
- 0.5 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Optional: Mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe banana until smooth and lump-free.
Add the peanut butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract to the mashed banana. Mix until well combined and creamy.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
If using mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts, gently fold them into the dough.
Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each ball slightly with the back of a fork or the palm of your hand.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are lightly golden. Be careful not to overbake; these cookies are best when soft.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your homemade Peanut Butter Banana Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2218 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.1 g | 119% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.5 g | 158% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1802 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 307.1 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.1 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 146.9 g | ||
| Protein | 54.6 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 242 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 1813 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
