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Chunky Monkey Banana Cookies Recipe

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Chunky Monkey Banana Cookies are a delightful treat combining hearty oats, ripe bananas, and rich chocolate chunks with a touch of cinnamon. These soft, chewy cookies are perfect for snack time or dessert, offering a comforting blend of flavors and textures in every bite.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups flour
  • 3 cups old fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
  • ¾ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup salted butter (softened)
  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 3 medium bananas (mashed, about 1 cup)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
  • 2 large eggs

Add-ins

  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chunks
  • ⅔ cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, old fashioned rolled oats, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Whisk these together thoroughly and set aside.
  3. Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, use a mixer or whisk to cream the softened salted butter, brown sugar, and sugar together for 2 to 3 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  4. Add bananas, vanilla, and eggs: Incorporate the mashed bananas, vanilla bean paste, and eggs into the creamed mixture. Mix well until fully combined.
  5. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, folding and mixing until just combined without overmixing the dough.
  6. Fold in chocolate chunks and walnuts: Gently stir the semi-sweet chocolate chunks and chopped walnuts into the cookie dough evenly.
  7. Portion the dough: Use an ice cream scoop to form dollops of cookie dough and place them onto the prepared baking sheet. Use the gridlines on the baking sheet (if present) to space cookies about 2 inches apart to allow spreading.
  8. Bake the cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the bottoms of the cookies are slightly browned around the edges.
  9. Cool the cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 3 to 4 minutes to set, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely. Repeat the process with the remaining dough.
  10. Storage: Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate them for up to 1 week to maintain freshness.

Notes

  • Make sure the bananas are ripe for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
  • You can substitute walnuts with pecans or leave out the nuts for a nut-free version.
  • If you prefer softer cookies, reduce the baking time slightly and check frequently.
  • These cookies freeze well; wrap them in foil and place in a freezer bag for up to 3 months.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://recipeteach.com/chunky-monkey-banana-cookies-recipe/