Description

Soft and chewy cookies that combine the cozy flavor of banana bread with the indulgence of chocolate chunks, made with brown butter, oats, and warm spices for a rich and comforting treat.

Ingredients

½ cup (113g) unsalted butter

½ cup packed light brown sugar

¼ cup granulated sugar

½ cup mashed ripe banana (from 1 small banana)

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

1 cup rolled oats

½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Pinch of ground nutmeg

½ teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon salt

¾ cup all-purpose flour

¾ cup chopped dark chocolate (plus extra for topping)

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Instructions

Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden and nutty in aroma. Transfer to a clean bowl to cool until just warm.
Mash the ripe banana and prepare remaining ingredients.
In a large bowl, mix cooled brown butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until smooth. Stir in mashed banana and vanilla.
Fold in oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt.
Add flour and mix gently until no streaks remain.
Fold in chocolate chunks.
Chill dough in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Scoop dough onto prepared sheets, spacing well apart.
Bake for 8–10 minutes, until edges are golden and centers are still slightly soft.
Cool on baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Add chopped pecans or walnuts for extra crunch.
Use milk chocolate instead of dark for a sweeter cookie.
Sprinkle with flaky sea salt before baking for contrast.
Sandwich with nut butter or ganache for a decadent treat.
Old-fashioned rolled oats give the best chewy texture; avoid quick oats.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 150
Sugar: 11g
Sodium: 80mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 15mg