Fluffy Banana Cookies – Step into my world of baking where simplicity intertwines, with flavors! Today I’m thrilled to share with you my recipe for Fluffy Banana Cookies. These cookies, featuring bananas and a touch of sweetness are the treat to satisfy your cravings. The combination of bananas, butter and a delightful crunch from walnuts (if you prefer) creates cookies that are incredibly soft and bursting with flavor. This recipe goes beyond ingredient mixing; it’s about crafting moments of bliss with every bite.
I can still vividly recall the first time I baked these cookies on a lazy Sunday afternoon. The enticing scent of bananas mingling with melting butter permeated our home luring my husband and child into the kitchen with intrigued smiles. As they took their nibbles their eyes filled with delight! It became a sensation earning a place at our family gatherings.
What makes this Fluffy Banana Cookies truly special?
Our Fluffy Banana Cookies perfectly embody the marriage between simplicity and taste. Their fluffy texture owes its existence to the bananas that lend natural sweetness and moistness in each mouthwatering bite. This recipe strikes a harmony of sweetness amplified by a hint of butter for richness and an optional addition of walnuts, for those who relish a twist.
Not only are these cookies simple and fun to make. They’re also incredibly versatile making them a delightful treat, for any event. Whether you enjoy them as a snack, a dessert or as an accompaniment, to your morning coffee these cookies are loved by everyone and are guaranteed to bring joy and coziness to your kitchen.
What You Need To Make This Fluffy Banana Cookies Recipe?
All-Purpose Flour: This flour acts as the canvas, for our cookies providing a base for our flavors to come alive. It’s the ingredient that holds our cookies together.
Ripe Bananas: The heart and soul of our cookies! The riper, the better. They bring a sweetness to caramel and a tender moist texture that makes these cookies irresistibly huggable.
Granulated Sugar: Just the right hint of sweetness to complement the bananas. It’s like a secret whispered into the dough.
Melted Butter: Imagine this as an embrace that brings all the flavors together. It adds a comforting depth that makes every bite feel like home.
Walnuts (Optional): These can be a crunch amidst the softness. They’re completely optional. Can add some mischief if you’re in the mood!
Egg: Our sidekick, binding all the ingredients, in harmony. It quietly ensures everything sticks together right.
Baking Soda: This little magical ingredient breathes life into our cookies making them rise and become delightfully fluffy.
Salt: A pinch. Its importance cannot be overlooked. It’s the overlooked hero that brings a balance to the sweetness adding a subtle richness of flavor, to the whole mixture.
Steps To Make Fluffy Banana Cookies:
Step 1: Start by preheating your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet, with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a bowl mix together the flour, mashed bananas, ½ cup of sugar, melted butter, walnuts (if desired) egg, baking soda and salt. Stir everything until it forms a uniform mixture.
Step 3: Next using hands and care spoon out 3 tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheet. Make sure to leave 2 to 3 inches of space between each portion. Sprinkle the tops lightly with the remaining tablespoon of sugar.
Step 4: Now comes the exciting part! Allow your oven to work its magic while you bake these cookies for 15 to 20 minutes. Keep an eye on them until they achieve a brown color and the edges are nicely set. Soon as they’re done baking get ready, for an aroma that will fill your kitchen!
Tip:
To take your Fluffy Banana Cookies to the next level let’s focus on the bananas. They truly steal the show! For results opt, for bananas that are very ripe almost bordering on overripe. These bananas not only mash easily but also boast a higher sugar content and a stronger banana flavor. As a result your cookies will naturally become sweeter. Have a pronounced banana taste. The darker and more speckled the bananas are the better. This simple trick makes a difference by turning cookies into extraordinary ones that are incredibly moist and bursting with flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I use a different flour like whole wheat or gluten-free?
Absolutely! You have the flexibility to experiment with wheat flour for a nuttier taste or try a gluten-free blend. Keep in mind that the texture might be slightly different. Rest assured they will still turn out delicious.
How do I make sure my cookies are fluffy?
To achieve cookies opt for ripe bananas to add moisture. Additionally make sure your baking soda is fresh to promote rising. Lastly avoid overmixing the dough once you’ve added the flour.
Can these cookies be frozen?
Certainly! Begin by freezing them on a baking sheet before transferring them to a freezer bag. They can be stored this way for, up to three months. When you’re ready to enjoy them simply thaw them at room temperature. Warm them up before serving.
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Fluffy Banana Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 ½ c all-purpose flour
- 2 medium ripe bananas mashed
- ½ c white sugar
- ¼ c butter melted
- ¼ c chopped walnuts Optional
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp white sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Place a sheet of parchment paper on a baking sheet.
- In a bowl combine the flour, mashed bananas, ½ cup of sugar, melted butter, walnuts (if desired) egg, baking soda and salt. Mix them well until thoroughly combined.
- Using 3 tablespoons of dough at a time drop portions onto the baking sheet with about 2 to 3 inches of space, between each portion.
- Sprinkle the tops with 1 tablespoon of sugar.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until they turn brown and the edges are firm.
- Indulge, in these Fluffy Banana Cookies!
Notes
I’m Bitty, owner of nodashofgluten.com, where I share simple, delicious recipes for all tastes, including gluten-free. Check out my “About Me” page for more info!
