Get ready to experience cookie perfection that will make your taste buds dance with joy! These Banana Nut Frosted Cookies are not just another dessert - they're a magical combination of soft, banana-infused goodness, crunchy walnuts, and a dreamy vanilla frosting that will transport you to dessert heaven. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this recipe promises to deliver restaurant-quality cookies right from your own kitchen, guaranteed to impress family and friends alike.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 27 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 18 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons milk (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the 1 cup of mashed ripe bananas and 1/2 cup of softened unsalted butter. Use a fork or a hand mixer to blend them together until smooth and creamy.
- Add 1 cup of granulated sugar to the banana and butter mixture. Mix well until the sugar is fully incorporated.
- Crack 1 egg into the mixture and add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Beat the mixture until it is well combined and slightly fluffy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. This will ensure that the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cookies tough.
- Fold in 1 cup of chopped walnuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked, but they will continue to cook as they cool.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cookies are cooling, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Whisk together until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk if necessary.
- Once the cookies have completely cooled, spread a generous amount of the frosting on top of each cookie using a knife or a spatula.
- For an extra touch, you can sprinkle additional chopped walnuts on top of the frosted cookies.
- Enjoy your delicious Banana Nut Frosted Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Tips
- Use overripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the more natural sweetness and moisture they'll bring to your cookies.
- Room temperature ingredients: Ensure butter, eggs, and other ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing and texture.
- Don't overmix the dough: Mix just until ingredients are combined to keep cookies tender and soft.
- Chill the dough: For even more flavor development, you can refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform sizes: This ensures even baking and a professional-looking batch of cookies.
- Watch the baking time closely: Cookies can quickly go from perfectly golden to overdone, so keep a close eye on them.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 3-4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 32g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 30mg
