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Banana Maple Cookies (Banana Maple Cookies)

American30 Minutes
Punchline

These Banana Maple Cookies are a warm hug in cookie form, perfect for a cozy night in!

ingredients
banana2pieces
maple syrup1cup
flour2cups
baking soda1teaspoon
salt0.5teaspoon
cinnamon1teaspoon
butter0.5cup
vanilla extract1teaspoon
egg1piece
chocolate chips1cup
instructions
    1

    Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).

    2

    In a mixing bowl, mash the two bananas until smooth. Set aside.

    3

    In another bowl, cream together the butter and maple syrup until light and fluffy.

    4

    Beat in the egg and vanilla extract into the butter mixture until well combined.

    5

    Add the mashed bananas to the wet mixture and mix until thoroughly integrated.

    6

    In another bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon, and mix well.

    7

    Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix.

    8

    Fold in the chocolate chips into the cookie dough.

    9

    Using a tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto a lined baking sheet, giving them space to spread.

    10

    Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown around the edges.

    11

    Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Servings

24 Cookies

How to be creative
  • Add chopped nuts for a delightful crunch.
  • Experiment with different types of chocolate (dark, white, or milk chocolate).
  • Top the cookies with a drizzle of additional maple syrup for extra sweetness.
Important Tips
  • Ensure your bananas are very ripe for the best flavor.
  • You can use rolled oats in place of some flour for added texture and nutrition.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh for longer.
nutritions
  • fat: 7g
  • fiber: 1g
  • sugar: 10g
  • protein: 2g
  • calories: 150
  • carbohydrates: 22g
Health impact

These cookies provide a good balance of carbs and healthy fats from the bananas and maple syrup, making them a somewhat healthier dessert option.