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Chewy Banana Bread Cookies

These chewy cookies combine ripe bananas and warm spices to deliver a delightful, sweet treat reminiscent of banana bread.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Very ripe bananas enhance the sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is softened but not melted.
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips Optional add-ins for texture and flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and line the basket with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Incorporate the mashed bananas, egg, and vanilla extract, mixing until the mixture is smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Optionally, fold in the chopped nuts or chocolate chips.
  6. Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of dough onto the lined air fryer basket, ensuring they are spaced about 2 inches apart.
Cooking
  1. Cook in the air fryer for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are softly set.
  2. Allow the cookies to cool in the basket for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days. For freezing, lay them on a baking sheet until firm, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag.