Banana Bread Cookies

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon (5g) baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon (1g) salt
• 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup (226g) mashed ripe banana
• 1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk
• 1/2 cup (60g) chopped walnuts (optional)

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 12-15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 1 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
4. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
5. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in mashed banana.
6. Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Stir until just combined.
7. Fold in chopped walnuts, if desired.
8. Drop dough by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
9. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information:

(Per cookie)

• Calories: 200
• Fat: 10g (5g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 25g (15g sugar)
• Protein: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Soft and chewy
• Slightly sweet and buttery
• Banana flavor with a hint of walnut
• Great for breakfast, snacks, or dessert

User Comments:

• "These cookies are absolutely delicious! They're so soft and moist, with a perfect banana flavor."
• "I love the addition of walnuts, but they're also great without."
• "These are the perfect grab-and-go snacks for my kids."
• "Easy to make and always a hit with my guests."
• "I use a mini muffin tin to make these into cute little bites."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor.
• Do not overmix the dough, as this will result in tough cookies.
• Bake cookies until the edges are golden brown, but not too dark.
• Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack, as this will help them set.