Banana Pudding Cookies (Print Version)
Ingredients:
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Unsalted butter: 1 cup (2 sticks), softened.
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Granulated sugar: 1 cup.
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Brown sugar: 1/2 cup, packed.
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Large eggs: 2.
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Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon.
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All-purpose flour: 2 1/2 cups.
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Instant vanilla pudding mix (dry): 1 cup.
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Baking soda: 1 teaspoon.
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Baking powder: 1/2 teaspoon.
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Salt: 1/2 teaspoon.
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Ripe bananas: 1 cup, chopped (about 2 small bananas).
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Chopped nuts: 1/2 cup, optional (such as walnuts or pecans).
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Mini marshmallows: 1/2 cup, optional.
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Unsalted butter: 1/2 cup, softened (for frosting).
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Powdered sugar: 1 cup (for frosting).
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Cream cheese: 1/2 cup, softened (for frosting).
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Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (for frosting).
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Milk: 1-2 tablespoons, if needed for consistency (for frosting).
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
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In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, instant vanilla pudding mix, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
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Gently fold in the chopped bananas, nuts (if using), and mini marshmallows (if using).
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Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
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Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
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Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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If making the optional frosting, beat together the softened butter, powdered sugar, cream cheese, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add milk if needed to reach the desired consistency.
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Frost the cooled cookies if desired, or enjoy them as is!.
Notes:
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These cookies are soft and chewy, with a delicious banana flavor.
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For an extra treat, add the optional frosting to take these cookies to the next level.