Ripe Banana Cookies

Name: Ripe Banana Cookies
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: Bananas ripe 1; Type 00 flour 0.8 cup; Shredded coconut 0.7 cup; Dark chocolate chips 1.75 oz; Sugar 9 ½ tsp; Sunflower seed oil 1 ½ tbsp; Baking powder 1 tsp

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Vegetarian

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Makes: 10 pieces
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

Recipe by
Diletta Secco

Banana cookies are such a fun way to use up those sweet, super-ripe bananas chilling on your counter. And look, instead of tossing them, you can whip up a batch of banana cookies that are moist and packed with flavor. Seriously good. People everywhere are getting into this movement to cut down on food waste, turning simple things like overripe bananas into treats beyond the usual banana bread. And here's the thing: these ripe banana recipes are so flexible. You know, you can toss in chocolate chips for that classic banana chocolate chip cookie vibe, or even add nuts for a little crunch. Across the US, folks are getting creative with bananas in all sorts of desserts, and these cookies? They're like the snack-sized cousin to banana bread or banana cake. The best part? You don’t need anything fancy. You’ll end up with cookies that are soft and kinda chewy every single time. For real.

These cookies often make an appearance at breakfast. Dunk them in a glass of milk for an extra tender bite. While banana-based desserts have their special place in different traditions, this recipe is all about using what you have and keeping things simple. Really. The banana cookie recipe is usually pretty forgiving, making it perfect for quick baking sessions or when you want something fresh without much effort. Pretty much. Plus, it’s a fun way to get kids involved in the kitchen—let them mash those sweet, spotted bananas and stir everything together. You'll get a batch of easy banana cookies everyone can snack on, and it feels great knowing you didn’t waste anything. Whether you’re in the mood for something gooey and a little crispy on the edges, or just want a quick pick-me-up, these banana cookies fit right in. With each bite, you get that soft, banana-rich taste, a hint of chocolate if you go that route, and a cookie that works any time of day—breakfast, snack, or dessert. So so tasty. It’s a really, really good way to show the modern, anti-waste trend and enjoy something super tasty.

How to prepare Ripe Banana Cookies

To prepare the ripe banana cookies, place the banana into pieces in a bowl, add the sugar 2 and mash the mixture with a fork 2 until you obtain a purée. At this point add the vegetable oil 3.

Mix the all-purpose flour and baking powder 4, then incorporate the dry ingredients into the mixture by sifting them through a sieve 5. Add the desiccated coconut 6.