Peanut Butter Banana Cookies: Why They're the Best Snack
A quick and easy recipe for soft, chewy peanut butter banana cookies made with simple ingredients. Perfect for a family-friendly treat in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- "1 cup creamy peanut butter"
- "2 ripe bananas mashed",
- "1/2 cup brown sugar"
- "1 teaspoon vanilla extract"
- "1 cup quick oats"
- "1/2 teaspoon baking soda"
- "1/4 teaspoon salt"
- "1/2 cup chocolate chips"
- "1/4 teaspoon cinnamon optional",
- "1/4 cup chopped nuts optional",
- "Pinch of flaky sea salt optional"
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
- In a large bowl, combine mashed bananas, peanut butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth
- Fold in quick oats, baking soda, and salt until fully combined
- Stir in chocolate chips until evenly distributed
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the baking sheet, 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly with a spoon.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden. Cookies will be soft in the center.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack