Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies. Combining the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and the richness of semi-sweet chocolate, these cookies offer a deliciously healthy twist on traditional treats. With whole wheat flour and coconut oil as key ingredients, they provide a guilt-free option perfect for snack time or dessert. Ready in just 20 minutes, these vegan-friendly cookies will impress both kids and adults alike. Enjoy them warm straight from the oven or as part of an ice cream sandwich for a decadent treat!
Ingredients
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- 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 your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the coconut oil and brown sugar until smooth.
- Stir in the mashed banana, applesauce, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the whole wheat flour, baking soda, and salt, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet and top with additional chocolate chips.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown, then cool on a wire rack before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg