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Delicious banana pudding cookies with creamy filling and banana slices on top

Banana Pudding Cookies

A delightful fusion of nostalgic banana pudding flavors captured in a chewy and soft cookie form, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 small box instant banana pudding mix (3.4 oz) This provides the banana flavor and moisture.
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Avoid over-mixing when adding to wet ingredients.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (optional) Add for extra crunch.
  • 1 cup chocolate chips or white chocolate chips (optional) Choose according to preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in the instant banana pudding mix, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, blending until just combined.
  6. Fold in the nuts or chocolate chips if using.
Baking
  1. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart.
  2. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers remain soft.
  3. Let them rest on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 100mgSugar: 10g

Notes

Consider adding spices like cinnamon or nutmeg for extra flavor. Replace butter with coconut or vegan butter for vegan options, and use flax eggs instead of regular eggs.

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