Chewy Banana Bread Cookies (Printable Format)

Soft, chewy banana bread cookies featuring ripe bananas, brown sugar, and a touch of cinnamon.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ Base

01 - 2 medium overripe bananas, mashed
02 - 1/2 cup melted butter
03 - 1 cup packed brown sugar
04 - 1 large egg
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

06 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
07 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, blend mashed bananas, melted butter, and brown sugar until smooth.
03 - Add egg and vanilla extract to the banana mixture and whisk until well combined.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
05 - Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
06 - Refrigerate the dough for 20 to 30 minutes for optimal texture.
07 - Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing each portion evenly.
08 - Bake for 11 to 13 minutes until edges are golden and centers are set.
09 - Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

# Supplementary Details:

01 - Overripe bananas yield deeper flavor and moisture; chilling the dough enhances cookie chew.