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Banana drop cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly marries the sweetness of ripe bananas with the comforting warmth of homemade cookies.

If you’re looking to add a unique twist to your baking repertoire or have some overripe bananas sitting on your kitchen counter, you’re in for a delicious surprise.

In this article, we will guide you through a step-by-step process of creating these mouthwatering banana drop cookies.

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Ingredients of Banana Drop Cookies

  • 1 ¼ cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2/3 cup (170g) butter, softened
  • 1 ¼ cups (250g) sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (1 medium banana) mashed
  • 2 eggs

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the vanilla extract.
  4. Add the mashed banana and eggs to the butter mixture and beat until combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  6. Drop the dough by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown.
  8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips

  • For chewier cookies, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • For crispier cookies, bake for a few minutes longer.
  • Add your favorite mix-ins to the cookies, such as chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit.
  • Serve the cookies warm or at room temperature.

Variations

  • For Peanut Butter Banana Drop Cookies, substitute peanut butter for half of the butter.
  • For Banana Oatmeal Drop Cookies, substitute 1 cup of oats for 1 cup of flour.
  • For Banana Nut Drop Cookies, add 1/2 cup of chopped nuts to the batter.
  • For Banana Chocolate Chip Drop Cookies, add 1/2 cup of chocolate chips to the batter.

Banana drop cookies are a delightful fusion of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds craving for more.

Whether you’re an experienced baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is easy to follow and promises a sweet reward.

So, grab those ripe bananas, roll up your sleeves, and embark on a delicious baking adventure!

Banana Drop Cookies Recipe

Banana drop cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly marries the sweetness of ripe bananas with the comforting warmth of homemade cookies.

Cuisine: Asian

Keywords: Banana Drop Cookies

Recipe Yield: 30

Preparation Time: 30 Minutes

Total Time: 30 Minutes

Recipe Ingredients:

  • • 1 ¼ cups (250g) all-purpose flour • 2 teaspoons baking powder • ¼ teaspoon baking soda • ½ teaspoon salt • ½ teaspoon cinnamon • 2/3 cup (170g) butter, softened • 1 ¼ cups (250g) sugar • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 1 cup (1 medium banana) mashed • 2 eggs