Meet your new favorite cookie: Nutty Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies. These cookies are perfect for those ripe bananas sitting on your counter and are packed with the perfect balance of nuts, chocolate, and delicious banana flavor. Let’s dive into what makes them so special!
Butter provides a rich flavor and creamy texture. We're using unsalted to have more control over the saltiness.
Granulated sugar adds sweetness and helps achieve a slightly crispy edge, while brown sugar adds moisture and a hint of molasses flavor.
Eggs are crucial for binding the ingredients together and providing structure to the cookies.
Vanilla extract enhances the overall flavor, adding a warm, aromatic touch.
Bananas add natural sweetness and moisture, perfect for using up those bananas that are a bit too ripe to eat.
All-purpose flour forms the base of the dough, providing the necessary structure.
Baking soda helps the cookies rise, giving them a nice, fluffy texture.
Salt balances the sweetness and enhances flavor.
Walnuts add a nutty crunch that pairs perfectly with the chocolate and banana.
Semi-sweet chocolate chips offer the perfect melty sweetness without being overpowering.
These cookies make a delightful afternoon snack paired with a cold glass of milk or a cozy cup of tea. For a decadent treat, try them slightly warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper. This non-stick surface ensures your cookies slide right off after baking.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Using an electric mixer can make this step a breeze and results in a beautifully smooth batter.
Next, add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each one. This ensures the eggs are well incorporated and the mixture stays smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract and mashed bananas until everything is nicely mixed.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. You don't want to over-mix here to keep your cookies tender.
Gently fold in the chopped walnuts and chocolate chips. These are what make every bite of these cookies extra special.
Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto your prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. This gives them room to spread out and bake evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This step helps them firm up and develop their delicious chewy texture.
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