why make this recipe
This cookie mixes the warm taste of banana bread with a soft cookie and a tangy cream cheese glaze. It comes together fast and pleases many people. The recipe uses common ingredients and gives a cozy, homemade treat. If you like banana sweets, try a similar cozy recipe like cinnamon banana bread muffins for more ideas.
introduction
These Crumbl-style banana bread cookies are soft and banana-forward. They taste like banana bread but in cookie form. The cream cheese glaze adds a smooth, bright finish. This recipe works when your bananas are very ripe and you want an easy, sweet snack for family and friends.
how to make Crumbl Banana Bread Cookies with Cream Cheese Glaze
Follow the steps below to make the cookies and the glaze. For a similar banana dough idea, you can look at chocolate chip banana bread for texture tips.
Ingredients :
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Glaze:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions :
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas.
- Add the softened butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in walnuts or chocolate chips if using.
- Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look set.
- While cookies are baking, prepare the cream cheese glaze by beating softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract; mix until well blended.
- Once cookies are cool, drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the top. Enjoy your delicious treat!
how to serve Crumbl Banana Bread Cookies with Cream Cheese Glaze
Serve the cookies at room temperature so the glaze stays soft. They pair well with coffee, milk, or tea. You can plate them on a dessert board with other cookies like Boston cream pie cookies for a mix of flavors.
how to store Crumbl Banana Bread Cookies with Cream Cheese Glaze
Put cooled cookies in an airtight container. Store them in the fridge for up to 4 days because of the cream cheese glaze. For warmer storage tips on cream cheese dishes, read a guide about crockpot white chicken chili with cream cheese. If you want to freeze, wrap cookies individually and freeze up to 2 months; thaw in the fridge.
tips to make Crumbl Banana Bread Cookies with Cream Cheese Glaze
- Use very ripe bananas for the best banana flavor.
- Do not overmix the dough; stir until combined.
- Space dough well on the sheet so cookies bake evenly.
- Let cookies cool fully before adding glaze, or the glaze will melt. For other glaze ideas and tips, see pumpkin muffins with cream cheese filling.
- Swap walnuts for chocolate chips if you want sweeter cookies.
Serving Ideas (if any)
- Serve with a hot cup of coffee for breakfast.
- Add to a dessert plate with fruit and a few plain cookies.
- Pack in a lunchbox for a sweet midday treat.
Final Thoughts
These cookies are an easy way to enjoy banana bread in a new form. The cream cheese glaze makes them rich and bright. They work for snacks, casual gatherings, or a simple homemade gift.
FAQs
Q: Can I make the dough ahead?
A: Yes. You can make the dough and chill it for up to 24 hours before baking.
Q: Can I skip the glaze?
A: Yes. The cookies taste good without the glaze, but the glaze adds a nice tang.
Q: Can I use less sugar?
A: You can cut sugar a little, but the texture and flavor will change. Try reducing brown sugar by 1/4 cup first.
Q: Can I use gluten-free flour?
A: Yes, use a 1:1 gluten-free blend, but texture may differ slightly.
Q: Can I freeze the baked cookies?
A: Yes. Freeze them wrapped for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before serving.
Conclusion
For more versions and ideas of banana bread cookies and cream cheese glazes, you can read this blog post about Crumbl Banana Bread Cookies with Cream Cheese Glaze – Lifestyle and this recipe guide for Easy Banana Bread Cookies With Cream Cheese Frosting – West.
Crumbl Banana Bread Cookies with Cream Cheese Glaze
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas.
- Add the softened butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in walnuts or chocolate chips if using.
- Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look set.
- While cookies are baking, prepare the cream cheese glaze by beating softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract; mix until well blended.
- Once cookies are cool, drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the top.