Ultimate Banana Oatmeal Choco-Nut Delight Cookies
Indulge in these irresistible Ultimate Banana Oatmeal Choco-Nut Delight Cookies that blend the rich flavor of ripe bananas with hearty oats and lush chocolate chips. These cookies boast a delightful combination of crisp edges and a soft, chewy center, given depth by the warm spices of cinnamon and nutmeg. Perfect for a cozy afternoon snack or as a delightful finish to any meal, these treats are bound to become a family favorite. Easy to prepare and even easier to eat, you'll adore their moist texture and the crunch from walnuts, making every bite an experience to savor.
36
Servings
N/A
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups (measured)
sugar
1 cup (measured)
salt
1 teaspoon (measured)
baking soda
1/2 teaspoon (measured)
ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon (measured)
ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon (measured)
butter
3/4 cup (softened)
egg
1 (beaten)
bananas
1 cup (ripe and mashed (approx. 2 bananas))
quick-cooking oats
1 3/4 cups (measured)
semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup (measured)
walnuts
1/2 cup (chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C), preparing two cookie sheets with a thin layer of greasing or parchment paper.
2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg until thoroughly combined.
3
Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients, blending with a hand-mixer or paddle attachment on a stand mixer until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4
Incorporate the beaten egg and mashed bananas into the butter-flour mixture, stirring until smooth and well blended.
5
Gently fold in the quick oats, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
6
Stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and chopped walnuts, making sure they are evenly mixed throughout the dough.
7
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared cookie sheets, leaving about 2 inches (5 cm) of space between each cookie for spreading.
8
Bake each batch in the preheated oven for 13-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
9
Once baked, allow the cookies to cool on the sheets for 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Ultimate Banana Oatmeal Choco-Nut Delight Cookies?
These are cookies that blend the rich flavor of ripe bananas with hearty oats, chocolate chips, and walnuts, featuring crisp edges and a soft, chewy center.
What is the recommended oven temperature for this recipe?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
How many cookies does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 36 servings.
What kind of oats are used in these cookies?
The recipe calls for 1 3/4 cups of quick-cooking oats.
How many bananas do I need?
You will need 1 cup of ripe and mashed bananas, which is approximately 2 bananas.
What type of nuts are included in the recipe?
The recipe includes 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts.
What kind of chocolate chips should I use?
You should use 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Should the butter be melted?
No, the recipe requires 3/4 cup of softened butter.
How should I prepare the cookie sheets?
Prepare the cookie sheets with a thin layer of greasing or use parchment paper.
What is the first step in mixing the ingredients?
Whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a large bowl.
How do I incorporate the butter into the dry ingredients?
Blend the softened butter with the dry ingredients using a hand-mixer or stand mixer until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
At what point do I add the mashed bananas?
Incorporate the beaten egg and mashed bananas into the butter-flour mixture after the butter has been blended with the dry ingredients.
How much flour is required for this recipe?
The recipe requires 1 1/2 cups of measured all-purpose flour.
How much sugar is needed?
You will need 1 cup of measured sugar.
What spices are used to flavor these cookies?
The cookies are flavored with 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg.
How much baking soda is used?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda.
How much salt should be added?
Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the dry mixture.
How should the egg be prepared?
The egg should be beaten before being added to the mixture.
How large should the dough portions be?
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared cookie sheets.
How much space should be left between the cookies?
Leave about 2 inches (5 cm) of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
What is the total baking time?
Bake each batch for 13 to 15 minutes.
How do I know when the cookies are finished baking?
The cookies are done when the edges are lightly golden brown.
How long should the cookies cool on the baking sheet?
Allow the cookies to cool on the sheets for 2 minutes.
What is the final step in the cooling process?
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
What category of cookie does this recipe fall into?
This recipe is categorized as a Drop Cookie.
Are these cookies soft or crunchy?
They feature a delightful combination of crisp edges and a soft, chewy center.
What provides the crunch in this recipe?
The chopped walnuts provide a satisfying crunch in every bite.
Can I use a stand mixer for this recipe?
Yes, a stand mixer with a paddle attachment can be used to blend the butter into the dry ingredients.
What is the description of the cookie's texture?
The texture is described as moist and chewy with a crunch from the nuts.
Is this recipe easy to prepare?
Yes, the recipe is described as easy to prepare and a family favorite.