Try Banana Bread Yogurt Cookies Today!
Get ready to indulge in the most delicious and moist cookies you've ever had! Made with ripe bananas, creamy yogurt, and a hint of spice, these Banana Bread Yogurt Cookies are a game-changer. Don't forget to try them at home and customize them to your liking with our variety of ingredient suggestions. Here's the full recipe to get you started:
Recipe: Banana Bread Yogurt Cookies
Ingredients:
* 3 large ripe bananas, mashed
* 1 cup creamy yogurt (plain or flavored)
* 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
* 1/2 cup granulated sugar
* 1/4 cup brown sugar
* 1 large egg
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
* 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
* 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
* 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
* Optional: chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans work well), chocolate chips, or dried cranberries
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the mashed bananas, yogurt, and egg until well combined.
4. Stir in the vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
7. If using, fold in the chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or dried cranberries.
8. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
9. Bake for 12-14 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
10. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 32-36 minutes
Variations:
* Walnut Banana Bread Cookies: Add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts to the dough for a delightful texture and flavor combination.
* Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Cookies: Add 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips for a sweet and indulgent treat.
* Dried Cranberry Banana Bread Cookies: Add 1/2 cup dried cranberries for a fruity twist on the classic recipe.
* Pecan Banana Bread Cookies: Use 1/2 cup chopped pecans for a nutty and delicious variation.
* Espresso Banana Bread Cookies: Add 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder to the dough for a mocha-flavored cookie.
Try these Banana Bread Yogurt Cookies today and enjoy the perfect combination of sweet, chewy, and indulgent!