Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup mashed ripe banana
- 1 cup rolled oats
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
12-15 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract. Stir in the mashed banana.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the oats.
- Drop the dough by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information (per cookie):
- Calories: 165
- Fat: 7g (11% DV)
- Saturated fat: 3g (15% DV)
- Cholesterol: 20mg (7% DV)
- Sodium: 70mg (3% DV)
- Carbohydrates: 26g (9% DV)
- Fiber: 2g (8% DV)
- Sugar: 14g
- Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Soft and chewy texture
- Rich banana flavor
- Sweet and satisfying
- Great for breakfast, snacks, or dessert
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! They're so soft and chewy, and the banana flavor is perfect."
- "I love that these cookies are made with healthy ingredients like oats. They're a great way to satisfy my sweet tooth without feeling guilty."
- "These cookies are a hit with my family! They're perfect for breakfast or a quick snack."
- "I added some chopped walnuts to these cookies for extra crunch. They were delicious!"
- "These cookies are so easy to make. I'm definitely going to be making them again soon."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use ripe bananas for the best flavor.
- If you don't have parchment paper, you can grease the baking sheet instead.
- Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack. This will help them to further crisp up.
