If you're looking for a festive and delicious treat to add to your holiday baking repertoire, look no further than this banana Christmas cookie recipe. These cookies are a unique twist on the classic Christmas cookie, with the addition of ripe bananas adding a touch of sweetness and moisture. Not only are they easy to make, but they also make for a great gift or addition to any holiday party. So let's get baking!
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Ingredients you'll need
Bananas
To ensure the best flavor and texture, it's important to use ripe bananas in this recipe. The riper the bananas, the sweeter they will be, making for a more flavorful cookie.
Butter
Butter is a staple in most cookie recipes, and this one is no exception. Make sure to use unsalted butter, as the bananas and other ingredients will add enough saltiness to the cookies.
Sugar
In addition to the sweetness from the bananas, this recipe calls for both granulated sugar and brown sugar. The combination of both sugars adds depth of flavor and a slight chewiness to the cookies.
Eggs
Eggs are essential for binding the ingredients together and creating a soft and chewy texture in the cookies.
Flour
All-purpose flour is used in this recipe, but for a healthier option, you can substitute whole wheat flour or a gluten-free flour blend.
Spices
To give these cookies a warm and cozy holiday flavor, we'll be using cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. These spices pair perfectly with the sweetness of the bananas.
Optional mix-ins
For an extra special touch, you can add in some chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or dried cranberries to the dough before baking. These add-ins will take these cookies to the next level.
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, mash 2 ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together 1/2 cup of softened butter, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup of brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in 1 egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
5. In another bowl, sift together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon of ground cloves.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until well combined.
7. If using any mix-ins, fold them into the dough at this point.
8. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Bake and enjoy!
Now that you have your delicious banana Christmas cookies, it's time to share them with your loved ones or enjoy them all to yourself. These cookies are sure to be a hit and will become a new holiday tradition in no time. Happy baking!
