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Chewy Banana Oatmeal Cookies

Chewy Banana Oatmeal Cookies

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Bake chewy banana oatmeal cookies This easy familyapproved recipe is tested in my Texas kitchen These homemade cookies are kidapproved Get the recipe

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup mashed ripe banana (about 2 medium bananas)
  • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  • In a separate bowl, mash the bananas until they are smooth with just a few lumps. Add the mashed banana to the butter mixture and mix until just combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

These chewy banana oatmeal cookies are perfectly soft, chewy, and full of comforting flavors. Perfect for lunchboxes, after-school snacks, or a sweet treat with coffee.