Ingredients
1 ripe banana, mashed
½ cup sugar
¼ cup melted butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
Directions
1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients:
In a medium mixing bowl, mash the ripe banana until smooth.
Add the sugar and melted butter to the banana and stir until the mixture is well combined and creamy.
3. Add Dry Ingredients:
Sprinkle the flour, baking soda, and salt over the wet mixture.
Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure soft, tender cookies.
4. Shape the Cookies:
Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
Leave about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
5. Bake the Cookies:
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. The centers may still look slightly soft but will firm up as they cool.
6. Cool and Serve:
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool for 2-3 minutes.
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Tips for Success
Choose Ripe Bananas: The riper the banana, the sweeter and more flavorful your cookies will be. Look for bananas with brown spots for the best results.
Mix Gently: Overmixing can result in dense cookies, so stir just until the ingredients are combined.
Optional Add-ins: Customize your cookies with chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra flavor.
Storage Instructions
At Room Temperature: Store the cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
In the Refrigerator: Extend their freshness by refrigerating them for up to 1 week.
Freezing: These cookies freeze well! Wrap them tightly and store in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
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