Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Peanut Butter Banana Cookies, a perfect treat for any occasion. These soft and chewy cookies blend the rich taste of peanut butter with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, making them an irresistible snack or dessert. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch that’s ideal for family gatherings, lunchboxes, or cozy evenings at home. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or as a delicious pairing with milk or ice cream. Simple to make and loved by kids and adults alike, these cookies are bound to become a household favorite!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 1/2 cup ripe banana (mashed)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Mix in peanut butter, mashed banana, egg, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Gradually add flour, mixing until just incorporated; avoid overmixing.
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets and gently press each cookie down.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg