Description
Banana pudding cookies are a delightful treat that combines the comforting flavors of banana pudding with the chewy goodness of classic cookies. With soft, golden-brown edges and a rich vanilla aroma, these cookies evoke warm memories of childhood and are perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply indulging your sweet tooth, these cookies will leave everyone craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 3.4 oz instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas until creamy but slightly chunky.
- In another bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg followed by the mashed bananas until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and pudding mix; gradually add to wet ingredients until just combined.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden and centers remain soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg