Description
Indulge in the delightful flavor of Peanut Butter Banana Cookies, a scrumptious treat that perfectly combines the rich taste of peanut butter with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. These cookies boast a thick, cakey texture enhanced by melty chocolate chips, making them an irresistible choice for any occasion. They’re not only easy to whip up but also serve as a fantastic solution for using those overripe bananas sitting on your counter. Whether you’re looking for a quick snack, a lunchbox addition, or a sweet treat for gatherings, these cookies are sure to please kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 medium ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and peanut butter with white and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine flour, oats, baking soda, and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture until just combined.
- Fold in mashed bananas and chocolate chips.
- Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake for about 12 minutes or until edges are lightly browned; cool on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg