Irresistible Banana Ganache-Filled Chunky Monkey Cookies
Satisfy your sweet cravings with these delectable Banana Ganache-Filled Chunky Monkey Cookies. Infused with the rich flavors of ripe bananas and creamy chocolate ganache, each bite is a delightful blend of chewiness and crunch. Perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a cozy treat at home, this easy-to-follow recipe will quickly become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/3 cup chocolate ganache (made from heavy cream and chocolate)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Stir in granulated sugar, baking soda, and flour until just combined.
- Gently fold in spoonfuls of chocolate ganache for a marbled effect.
- Add chopped nuts and mix until evenly distributed.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown around the edges. Allow to cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie ~40g
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg