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Caramel Banana Bread Cookies

Irresistible Caramel Banana Bread Cookies You’ll Love

These Caramel Banana Bread Cookies blend the comfort of banana bread with indulgent flavors, making them a quick, nostalgic, and delightful treat.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 16 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base
  • 2 medium Ripe Bananas Overripe bananas work best for an extra sweet flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Coconut oil can be a great dairy-free substitute.
  • 3/4 cup Light Brown Sugar You can swap it for white sugar if needed.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Try a sweetener like stevia for a healthier option.
  • 1 whole Egg Can be replaced with 1/4 cup applesauce for a vegan option.
  • 1 large Egg Yolk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Homemade vanilla is an excellent substitution.
  • 1/4 cup Banana Reduction Use store-bought banana puree if short on time.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Nutmeg is a suitable alternative.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt Feel free to use sea salt instead.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Omit if firmer cookie preferred.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour blend if desired.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar (for rolling) Adds a delightful crunch to the cookie surface.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream is a great non-dairy option.
Frosting and Topping
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Use plant-based cream cheese for a vegan version.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Adjust based on sweetness preferences.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon Consider adding nutmeg for a different spice kick.
  • 1 cup Streusel Topping Made with butter, flour, and sugar.
  • 1/2 cup Banana Caramel Sauce Use homemade or store-bought.

Equipment

  • Mixer
  • saucepan
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • cookie scoop
  • mixing bowls

Method
 

Directions
  1. Blend ripe bananas until smooth, then cook over medium heat with butter and brown sugar in a saucepan until thick and syrupy. Remove from heat and let cool.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and yolk, vanilla extract, and cooled banana reduction. Gradually mix in flour, baking powder, baking soda, cornstarch, cinnamon, and salt until combined.
  3. Scoop the dough into balls, place on a lined baking sheet, cover with plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll each ball in granulated sugar and bake for 15-16 minutes, or until edges are set and golden. Centers will be soft.
  5. Combine granulated sugar, water, and corn syrup over medium heat. Cook until amber then whisk in heavy cream, vanilla, and banana reduction until smooth. Cool slightly.
  6. In a bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, and melted butter for the streusel topping. Bake until golden brown and crumble into small pieces.
  7. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and softened butter until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar, then cinnamon and vanilla until creamy.
  8. Once cookies are cool, pipe frosting generously, drizzle with banana caramel sauce, and sprinkle with streusel topping. Finish with flaky sea salt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze unbaked dough for up to 3 months. Reheat cookies in the microwave to enjoy warm.

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