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Banana Bread Cookies

Banana Bread Cookies
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If you’re craving a treat that marries the comforting flavors of banana bread with the delightful texture of cookies, these Banana Bread Cookies are your answer! Soft and chewy, these cookies are infused with the sweet essence of ripe bananas and topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze, making them an irresistible indulgence. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, they are quick to prepare and sure to become a household favorite. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or save some for later; either way, they’re bound to disappear fast!

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 small bananas)
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • For the Cream Cheese Glaze:
  • 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In a larger bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until combined.
  5. Fold in the mashed bananas until well blended.
  6. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined; gently fold in walnuts if using.
  7. Drop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for about 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden; let cool on the baking sheet for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
  9. For the glaze, beat cream cheese until smooth; gradually mix in powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until creamy.
  10. Once cookies are cooled completely, drizzle or spread glaze over each cookie.

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