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Delicious banana drop cookies fresh out of the oven

Banana Drop Cookies

Soft, chewy, and packed with sweet banana flavor, these Banana Drop Cookies are a delightful treat that your whole family will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces ripe bananas (mashed) The riper, the better for maximum sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened) Softened for easy mixing.
  • 1 piece egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional) Can be replaced with chocolate chips or dried fruit.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
  3. Add in the mashed bananas, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined. Optional: fold in nuts.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Let cool on a wire rack and enjoy!

Notes

For a fun variation, try adding peanut butter or cinnamon to the batter. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.