Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies, a perfect treat for any time of day. With their gooey texture and rich chocolate flavor, these cookies are not only delicious but also a healthier alternative to traditional sweets. Made with wholesome ingredients like ripe bananas, whole wheat flour, and coconut oil, they offer natural sweetness and added fiber. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a batch that fills your kitchen with a mouthwatering aroma. Perfect for snacks, desserts, or even breakfast, these vegan-friendly cookies will satisfy your sweet cravings guilt-free!
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 medium ripe banana, mashed
- 2 tbsp unsweetened applesauce
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (plus more for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together coconut oil and brown sugar until smooth.
- Mix in the mashed banana, applesauce, and vanilla until well combined.
- Sift in whole wheat flour, baking soda, and salt; gently stir until a dough forms.
- Fold in chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough onto the prepared baking sheet with space between each scoop.
- Top each mound with extra chocolate chips before baking.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden; cool on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use very ripe bananas for best flavor. For added crunch, consider folding in your favorite nuts. Store leftovers in an airtight container or freeze for later enjoyment.