Banana Bread Oatmeal Cookies

Serves 12
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Directions

  1. 1Melt the butter over medium-low heat in a small saucepan.
  2. 2Let the butter continue to lightly simmer until it's a deep golden brown.
  3. 3Let the brown butter cool to room temperature before using it for the batter.
  4. 4In a bowl, add the browned butter, brown sugar, banana, egg yolk, and vanilla.
  5. 5Whisk until smooth and combined.
  6. 6Add in the flour, oats, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  7. 7Fold gently until just combined.
  8. 8Chill dough in the fridge for at least one hour.
  9. 9Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  10. 10Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  11. 11Scoop dough into 2-tablespoon portions, making 12 cookies.
  12. 12Place on the baking sheet spaced at least 2 inches apart.
  13. 13Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden and centers look slightly underbaked.
  14. 14Let cookies cool on the pan for 10 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup Salted, brown butter
  • 0.75 cup Brown sugar
  • 0.25 cup Mashed ripe banana
  • 1 Egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1 cup Flour
  • 0.5 cup Rolled oats
  • 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Equipment

small saucepanbowlwhiskbaking sheetparchment paper

Tips

  • Chill dough in the fridge for at least one hour to prevent spreading and ensure a chewy texture.
  • Bake until edges are golden and centers look slightly underbaked for chewy and fudgy cookies.