Chico nana cookies

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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INGREDIENTS:

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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

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1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

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1 teaspoon baking soda

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1/4 teaspoon salt

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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

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1/2 cup granulated sugar

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1/2 cup brown sugar, packed

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1 large egg

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1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium bananas)

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1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

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1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)

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INSTRUCTIONS:

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Preheat the Oven:

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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

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Mix the Dry Ingredients:

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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

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Cream the Butter and Sugars:

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In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

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Add the Wet Ingredients:

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Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.

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Stir in the mashed bananas until the mixture is smooth.

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Combine the Ingredients:

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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.

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Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped nuts (if using).

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Scoop the Dough:

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Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

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Bake the Cookies:

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Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are set around the edges but still soft in the center.

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Cool and Serve:

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Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

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Enjoy your Chocolate Banana Cookies, a perfect combination of chocolatey goodness and banana sweetness that’s sure to become a favorite in your household!