Description
These Best Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies combine the nostalgic flavor of banana bread with the soft, chewy joy of a chocolate chip cookie. They’re quick, comforting, and packed with melty chocolate in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 medium ripe bananas, mashed
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- In a large bowl, mash bananas. Add melted butter, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla. Whisk until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add to the banana mixture, stirring just until combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips. Dough will be soft and slightly sticky.
- Scoop dough by rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking sheets. Leave space for spreading.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers are just set.
- Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling.
Notes
Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor. Don’t overmix to keep cookies tender. Add-ins like walnuts or a sprinkle of sea salt make fun upgrades. Chill dough for 20 minutes if it’s too soft.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Cookies, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
