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Peanut Butter Banana Cookies

Peanut Butter Banana Cookies for Quick, Nutritious Delights

These Peanut Butter Banana Cookies are a delightful and nutritious treat that combines peanut butter and bananas for a sweet, easy snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Snacks
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Softened Butter Adds moisture and richness
  • 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Feel free to use natural peanut butter
  • 1 cup White Sugar Raises sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Adds caramel-like sweetness
  • 2 large Large Eggs Binds the ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Infuses warm aroma
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Structure; substitute with whole wheat for health
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats Adds chewiness
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Helps cookies rise
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • 2 medium Mashed Bananas Adds sweetness and moisture
  • 1 cup Semisweet Chocolate Chips Delights of chocolate

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • mixing bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Peanut Butter Banana Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter and peanut butter with white and brown sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly, then incorporate vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, oats, baking soda, and salt until mixed.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low until just combined.
  6. Fold in mashed bananas and chocolate chips until incorporated.
  7. Scoop cookie dough onto the baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 12 minutes or until edges are lightly browned and centers are set.
  9. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing the dough and use fully ripe bananas for maximum sweetness. Store in an airtight container for freshness.

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