Banana Drop Cookies

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An inviting image featuring a batch of freshly baked Banana Drop Cookies, showcasing their soft, golden-brown texture with a hint of cinnamon. The warm aroma and homey appeal make them an irresistible treat.

Embrace the simplicity of sweetness with our Banana Drop Cookies—a delightful treat that transforms ripe bananas into soft, pillowy bites of joy. These cookies are a celebration of natural sweetness and comfort, with a hint of warm spices that add depth to every bite. Easy to make and impossible to resist, these Banana Drop Cookies are a delicious way to use those overripe bananas and satisfy your cookie cravings.

Ingredients You’ll Need:

  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 1 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)

Preparation Steps:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add mashed bananas, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft cookie dough forms.
  6. If desired, fold in chopped nuts or chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  9. Allow the Banana Drop Cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cooled, savor the soft and chewy goodness of Banana Drop Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite hot beverage.

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