why make this recipe
This cookie recipe gives you the warm taste of banana bread in a small, soft cookie. It is quick to make and uses simple ingredients. You can share them with friends or keep them for a sweet snack. If you like creamy treats, these are a good pick.
introduction
These Crumbl Banana Bread Cookies with Cream Cheese Glaze are soft, moist, and rich. You get banana flavor in each bite and a sweet cream cheese glaze on top. The recipe uses ripe bananas and basic pantry items. It works well for a quick dessert or a weekend bake. You can also check similar creamy recipes for more ideas like this one: http://soupcozy.com/category/creamy-and-comfort/.
how to make Crumbl Banana Bread Cookies with Cream Cheese Glaze
Follow the simple steps below. Work in a few bowls and use a spoon to drop dough on a sheet. The cookies bake fast, so watch the time.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the mashed bananas, brown sugar, and softened butter until smooth.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips if desired.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden.
- For the glaze, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the cooled cookies.
- Enjoy your delicious Crumbl banana bread cookies!
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Ingredients :
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
Directions :
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the mashed bananas, brown sugar, and softened butter until smooth.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips if desired.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden.
- For the glaze, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the cooled cookies.
- Enjoy your delicious Crumbl banana bread cookies!
how to serve Crumbl Banana Bread Cookies with Cream Cheese Glaze
Let the cookies cool before you add the glaze. Serve them on a plate for guests or in a box for a gift. They pair well with coffee or milk. You can warm one for a few seconds in the microwave for a soft treat.
how to store Crumbl Banana Bread Cookies with Cream Cheese Glaze
- Room temperature: Store in an airtight container for 2 days.
- Refrigerator: Keep in a sealed container up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze the baked cookies without glaze in a single layer for up to 3 months. Thaw and then add glaze before serving.
tips to make Crumbl Banana Bread Cookies with Cream Cheese Glaze
- Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and moisture.
- Do not overmix the dough; stop when dry ingredients are just combined.
- Chill the dough 10 minutes if it feels too soft to shape.
- Let cookies cool completely before glazing so the glaze does not melt off.
- For a softer cookie, remove from oven when edges are set but centers still look slightly soft.
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variation (if any)
- Add chopped nuts like walnuts for crunch.
- Swap chocolate chips for white chocolate or raisins.
- Make maple glaze instead of cream cheese glaze (mix powdered sugar with a little maple syrup and milk).
FAQs
Q: Can I use frozen bananas?
A: Yes. Thaw and drain any extra liquid, then mash before using.
Q: Can I skip the glaze?
A: Yes. The cookies are good without glaze. The glaze adds extra sweetness and creaminess.
Q: Can I make the dough ahead of time?
A: Yes. Chill the dough for up to 24 hours in the fridge before baking.
Q: How do I keep cookies soft?
A: Store with a slice of bread in the container to keep them moist for a day or two.
Q: Can I bake larger cookies?
A: Yes. Increase bake time to 12–15 minutes for larger cookies and watch closely.
Conclusion
If you want the original inspiration and a similar write-up, see this Crumbl Banana Bread Cookies with Cream Cheese Glaze page: Crumbl Banana Bread Cookies with Cream Cheese Glaze – Lifestyle. For another easy take on banana bread cookies, check this recipe: Easy Banana Bread Cookies With Cream Cheese Frosting – West. If you want a copycat version with tips and photos, read: Copycat Crumbl Banana Bread Cookies – Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks.
Crumbl Banana Bread Cookies with Cream Cheese Glaze
Ingredients
- 2 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Use very ripe bananas for best flavor and moisture.
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 piece egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional) You can swap chocolate chips for white chocolate or raisins.
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the mashed bananas, brown sugar, and softened butter until smooth.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips if desired.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden.
- For the glaze, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the cooled cookies.
