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Before diving into the recipe, it's essential to understand the core components that make up these delightful Banana Nut Muffin Top Cookies. Each ingredient plays a crucial role in the flavor, texture, and overall success of the cookies. Here’s an overview of the key ingredients you will need:

Banana Nut Muffin Top Cookies

Savor the delicious combo of muffins and cookies with Banana Nut Muffin Top Cookies! This easy recipe features ripe bananas, crunchy walnuts, and a hint of cinnamon, making it perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat. Discover essential ingredients, step-by-step instructions, and learn baking techniques to achieve that iconic muffin-top shape. Elevate your cookie game at home and enjoy a delightful snack that’s as nutritious as it is tasty!
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Ingredients
  

1 cup ripe bananas, mashed (about 2 large bananas)

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup brown sugar, packed

1 large egg

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp cinnamon

1 cup chopped walnuts (or pecans for variation)

1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

    Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

      Incorporate Banana and Egg: Add the mashed bananas, egg, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until well combined.

        Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.

          Mix Dry and Wet: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.

            Add Nuts and Chocolate: Fold in the chopped walnuts and chocolate chips (if using) until evenly distributed in the dough.

              Shape Cookies: Drop heaping tablespoons of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Gently flatten each mound to create 'muffin tops'.

                Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the tops are set.

                  Cool: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

                    Serve and Enjoy: Enjoy your delicious Banana Nut Muffin Top Cookies warm, or store them in an airtight container for later!

                      Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 min | 30 min | 12 cookies