🍌 Soft Banana Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

If you love the sweet flavor of ripe bananas and soft, tender cookies, this recipe is a must-try! These soft banana cookies are easy to make, wonderfully moist, and perfect for using up those overripe bananas sitting on your counter.

🧺 Ingredients

• 1 ripe banana, mashed
• ½ cup butter, softened
• ½ cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the banana
Mash the ripe banana until mostly smooth and set it aside.

2. Mix the wet ingredients
In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar. Add the egg, vanilla, and mashed banana, then mix until combined.

3. Add the dry ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.

4. Add your favorite extras
Fold in chocolate chips or chopped walnuts if desired.

5. Bake
Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a lined baking sheet. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

6. Cool and enjoy!
Let the cookies cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

🍪 The Secret to Soft Cookies

For the softest texture, use a ripe banana and avoid overbaking. The cookies should remain soft in the center when you take them out of the oven.

Serve them with a cup of coffee, tea, or a glass of cold milk for the ultimate comforting treat. ☕🍪

Would you add chocolate chips or walnuts to your banana cookies? 💛