Gluten-Free Caramelized Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies (Print Version)
Soft, chewy gluten-free treats featuring caramelized banana and chocolate chips.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Caramelized Bananas
01 - 2 medium ripe bananas, sliced
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
→ Cookie Dough
04 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 1/2 cup brown sugar
06 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
09 - 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend with xanthan gum
10 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
11 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
13 - 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
# Step-by-step Instructions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Melt 2 tablespoons butter in skillet over medium heat. Add sliced bananas and 2 tablespoons brown sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, until bananas are golden and caramelized, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat, mash lightly, and allow to cool completely.
03 - In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup softened butter, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
04 - Beat in egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
05 - Stir cooled caramelized bananas into the creamed mixture until evenly distributed.
06 - In separate bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour blend, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
07 - Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
08 - Gently fold chocolate chips into dough until evenly distributed.
09 - Drop tablespoon-sized scoops of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing at least 2 inches apart.
10 - Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until edges are golden brown and centers are just set.
11 - Let cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire rack to cool completely.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The caramelized bananas give these cookies an almost toasted marshmallow depth that regular banana cookies just cannot match
- Gluten-free or not, the texture is soft and chewy with crispy edges and people will never guess they are gluten-free
02 -
- The banana caramelization step adds about 10 minutes but it is absolutely worth every second for the flavor depth it creates
- Gluten-free flour blends vary wildly between brands so stick with one that includes xanthan gum for consistent results
03 -
- Line your baking sheets with light-colored parchment paper instead of dark ones to prevent the bottoms from burning
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform sizing so all cookies bake at the same rate