1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup brown sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 large bananas)
½ cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)
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Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugar
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar together until light and creamy, about 2 minutes. This creates a soft cookie base.
Step 4: Add Wet Ingredients
Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined. Add the mashed bananas and mix gently until smooth and evenly incorporated.
Step 5: Combine and Bake
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix just until combined. Fold in walnuts or chocolate chips if using. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheets and bake for 10–12 minutes, until the cookies are set and lightly golden around the edges. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
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