Introduction
Experience the irresistible combination of classic banana pudding flavors in cookie form with our Homemade Banana Pudding Cookies recipe. These soft and chewy cookies are infused with the sweet essence of ripe bananas and creamy vanilla pudding, making them the perfect treat for any occasion. Whether enjoyed as an afternoon snack or served alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream for dessert, these cookies are sure to delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preparing the Dough
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the mashed banana, vanilla extract, and egg to the bowl, and mix until well combined.
2. Mixing the Dry Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and instant vanilla pudding mix.
3. Combining Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- If desired, fold in chopped walnuts and mini chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.
4. Shaping the Cookies
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Use the back of a spoon or your fingers to gently flatten each cookie slightly.
5. Baking the Cookies
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and lightly golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
6. Serving Up Sweetness
- Once cooled, serve the Homemade Banana Pudding Cookies alongside a cold glass of milk or your favorite hot beverage.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Dive into Sweet Bliss
Get ready to enjoy the delightful flavors of banana pudding in cookie form with our Homemade Banana Pudding Cookies. Whether enjoyed as a midday treat or shared with friends and family at gatherings, these soft and chewy cookies are sure to bring smiles to faces and joy to hearts. So whip up a batch today and indulge in the sweet bliss of homemade goodness.
