Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of flavors with these Peanut Butter Banana Cookies. These thick and cakey treats blend creamy peanut butter with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, making them a hit for both kids and adults alike. Whether you’re looking for a quick snack, a fun family baking activity, or a delicious dessert option, these cookies fit the bill perfectly. With their rich texture and chocolatey goodness, they’re sure to become a family favorite. Plus, they come together in just 27 minutes!
Ingredients
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- 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 your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix together flour, oats, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in the mashed bananas and chocolate chips.
- Use a cookie scoop to drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet with space between each scoop.
- Bake for about 12 minutes or until edges are lightly browned and cookies are set.
- Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack before enjoying!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (35g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg