Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Peanut Butter Banana Cookies. These delightful treats combine creamy peanut butter with ripe bananas, creating a soft and cakey texture that is perfect for any occasion. With a hint of sweetness from chocolate chips and the wholesome goodness of oats, these cookies are not only delicious but also nutritious. Whether you’re baking with kids or looking for a quick snack, this easy recipe will satisfy your cravings and elevate your dessert game. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or pack them into lunchboxes for a delightful surprise!
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 medium ripe bananas (mashed)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, peanut butter, white and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, mix flour, oats, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Gently fold in mashed bananas and chocolate chips.
- Drop scoops of dough onto the prepared baking sheet with space in between.
- Bake for about 12 minutes until edges are lightly browned; cool on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg