Banana Cookies

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas using a fork until smooth.

3. In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

4. Add the mashed bananas, egg, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Mix well until all ingredients are fully combined.

5. In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.

6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft cookie dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.

7. If desired, fold in chopped walnuts or chocolate chips to add extra texture and flavor to the cookies.

8. Using a cookie scoop or a spoon, drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

9. Gently flatten each cookie with the back of a spoon to ensure even baking.

10. Bake the Banana Cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden brown.

11. Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

12. Serve these delightful Banana Cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of your favorite hot beverage for a cozy and satisfying treat.