Description
These banana pudding cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with the comforting flavors of banana, vanilla, and a touch of white chocolate. With a rich, buttery base and the crunch of vanilla wafers, these cookies taste just like a classic banana pudding in cookie form.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups crushed vanilla wafers
- 1 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the bananas – Mash the bananas until smooth and creamy.
- Mix the wet ingredients – In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add the mashed bananas, vanilla extract, pudding mix, and eggs. Beat until well combined.
- Combine the dry ingredients – In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until fully incorporated.
- Fold in mix-ins – Gently fold in the crushed vanilla wafers and white chocolate chips, if using.
- Chill the dough – Cover the dough and refrigerate for 30 minutes to help prevent excessive spreading.
- Preheat the oven – Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Scoop and bake – Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Cool and enjoy – Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a stronger banana flavor, use overripe bananas with brown spots.
- If you prefer a firmer texture, bake for an additional 1–2 minutes.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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