Chewy Banana Oatmeal Cookies (Printable Version)
Soft banana and oatmeal bites with warm spices and melty chocolate chips for a delightful snack.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dairy & Fats
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened (2 sticks)
→ Sugars
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3/4 cup golden brown sugar
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
→ Produce
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1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium bananas)
→ Eggs
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2 large eggs
→ Flour & Baking Agents
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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3/4 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Spices
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1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
→ Grains
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3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
→ Confectionery
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1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
→ Flavorings
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Using an electric hand mixer, cream together the softened butter, golden brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
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Mash the bananas thoroughly with a potato masher or fork. Add the mashed bananas, eggs, and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and beat on medium speed until fully incorporated.
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Sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg over the wet mixture using a fine-mesh sieve. Mix on low speed until just combined.
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Fold in the rolled oats and semisweet chocolate chips gently using a spatula, ensuring even distribution without overmixing.
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop cookie dough using a medium cookie scoop onto the prepared sheet, shaping each mound into a ball if desired. Optionally, top with extra chocolate chips. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 8 to 9 minutes until edges are golden.