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Peanut Butter Banana Cookies

Nutty Peanut Butter Banana Cookies for Joyful Snacking

Delightful Peanut Butter Banana Cookies blend nutrition with indulgence, perfect for healthy snacking.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened
  • 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter
  • 1 cup White Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 2 large Large Eggs Can substitute with flaxseed meal and water
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Pure recommended
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats Instant oats can work
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 2 medium Ripe Bananas Mashed, overripe preferred
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Can substitute with dark chocolate chips
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts Walnuts or pecans recommended
  • 1/2 cup Dried Fruits Raisins or cranberries for sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Flakes

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Peanut Butter Banana Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened unsalted butter and creamy peanut butter with white sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add large eggs and pure vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, and beat until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, rolled oats, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients.
  5. Fold in the mashed ripe bananas and semi-sweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each scoop.
  7. Bake for about 12 minutes until the edges are lightly browned and the centers are slightly soft.
  8. Cool on the baking sheet for a couple of minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cookies are ideal for lunches and after-school snacks, and they can be customized with various add-ins like nuts or dried fruits.

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