Why You’ll Love This Recipe

The Best Banana Bread Cookies are soft, moist, and packed with sweet banana flavor—like your favorite banana bread in cookie form! Perfectly spiced and studded with chocolate chips or nuts, these cookies are quick to make and great for breakfast, snacking, or dessert. All the cozy flavor of banana bread, with the fun of a cookie!

ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

ripe bananas (mashed)
unsalted butter (softened)
brown sugar
granulated sugar
egg
vanilla extract
all-purpose flour
baking soda
salt
ground cinnamon
optional: chocolate chips, chopped walnuts, pecans, or oats

directions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Beat in the egg, mashed bananas, and vanilla extract until smooth.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.

Fold in chocolate chips or nuts, if using.

Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, spacing about 2 inches apart.

Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and centers are set.

Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Servings and timing

This recipe yields about 24 cookies.
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Baking time: 10–12 minutes
Cooling time: 10 minutes
Total time: 35–40 minutes

Variations

Add a handful of oats for a heartier texture.
Mix in white chocolate or peanut butter chips for extra sweetness.
Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar before baking for a sweet crunch.
Make sandwich cookies with cream cheese frosting in the middle.
Use gluten-free flour blend for a GF-friendly version.

storage/reheating

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
Freeze for up to 2 months—thaw at room temperature before enjoying.
Warm briefly in the microwave for that fresh-baked softness.

FAQs

Can I use frozen bananas?
Yes—thaw and drain excess liquid before mashing.

Do these cookies spread a lot?
They spread slightly and stay soft and puffy like banana bread muffins.

Can I skip the egg?
Yes, substitute with a flax egg or applesauce for an egg-free version.

Do I need to chill the dough?
No chilling required—just scoop and bake!

Are these cookies very sweet?
They’re naturally sweet from bananas, with just enough sugar for balance.

Conclusion

The Best Banana Bread Cookies are soft, flavorful, and easy to make—perfect for using up ripe bananas in a delicious new way. With their cake-like centers and cozy banana spice, these cookies are sure to be a hit with banana bread lovers and cookie fans alike.