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Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Cookies Recipe

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These Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Cookies combine the rich flavors of banana bread with the delightful texture and chocolaty goodness of cookies. Browned butter and coarsely chopped pecans add a nutty depth, while a mix of miniature and regular semisweet chocolate chips create melty pockets of sweetness. Perfectly soft with crispy edges, these cookies make a deliciously comforting treat or snack.

  • Total Time: 38 minutes
  • Yield: 18 servings (about 18 cookies)

Ingredients

Butter and Nuts

  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped pecans

Dry Ingredients

  • 3 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon table salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

  • ⅔ cup mashed banana
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ⅔ cup light brown sugar (firmly packed)
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla bean paste

Add-ins and Topping

  • 2 cups chocolate chips (a mix of miniature and regular semisweet recommended)
  • Coarse granulated sugar (for sprinkling on top, optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line several baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
  2. Brown Butter and Toast Pecans: Place the butter and chopped pecans in a medium skillet over medium-low heat. Stir constantly as the butter melts, continues to sizzle, pop, and foam. Cook until the butter turns golden brown and emits a toasty aroma, and the sizzling slows. This browns the butter, enhancing the flavor.
  3. Cool Butter Mixture: Pour the browned butter and toasted pecans into a large heatproof bowl. Allow it to cool before proceeding; placing it in the refrigerator briefly can speed up cooling, but don’t let the butter get cold.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
  5. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mash the banana thoroughly. Add the cooled browned butter and nuts mixture and stir until well combined.
  6. Add Sugars: Stir in the granulated sugar and light brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
  7. Add Egg Yolks and Vanilla: Mix in the egg yolks and vanilla bean paste until fully incorporated.
  8. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender.
  9. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Stir in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough for melty, chocolaty bites.
  10. Portion Dough: Use a large ¼-cup (95g) scoop to drop dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them at least 2 inches apart. Adjust size as desired; smaller cookies require less baking time.
  11. Optional Sugar Topping: Sprinkle coarse granulated sugar on top of each dough ball to add a subtle crunch and sparkle.
  12. Bake Cookies: Bake on the center rack of the preheated oven for 13-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  13. Cool Completely: Allow cookies to cool completely on the baking sheets before transferring or serving to ensure they set properly and develop the perfect texture.

Notes

  • Using browned butter adds a deep, nutty flavor that complements the banana and pecans beautifully.
  • The mixture of miniature and regular-sized semisweet chocolate chips ensures perfect melt and texture.
  • Coarse sugar sprinkled on top is optional but adds a pleasing crunch and visual appeal.
  • The use of only egg yolks (not whole eggs) contributes to the cookies’ rich, tender texture.
  • Make sure the browned butter mixture is cooled before mixing with other ingredients to avoid cooking the eggs prematurely.
  • Bananas should be ripe for maximum sweetness and moisture in the cookies.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 23 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipeteach.com/chocolate-chip-banana-bread-cookies-recipe/