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Bacon Banana Cookies

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Introduction

Welcome to the delightful world of gourmet cookies! This recipe takes a classic treat and transforms it into something truly unique. Our Bacon Banana Cookies are an adventurous twist on traditional flavors, combining rich bacon with sweet bananas for a savory-sweet explosion in every bite.

Tips for this recipe

  • Ensure the bacon is cooked crisp; overcooking can result in burnt bits affecting the cookie texture.
  • Mash bananas to a uniform consistency for even distribution of sweetness and moisture.
  • Be precise with ingredient measurements, especially when incorporating unconventional items like bacon into your baking endeavors.

Why you will love this recipe

Bacon Banana Cookies offer a playful fusion of sweet and savory flavors that challenge the palate while providing an indulgent treat. Perfect for those looking to add a twist to their dessert repertoire or trying something out-of-the-box for the first time.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 1/4 cups sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 bananas, mashed (about 1 1/3 cups)
  • 1/2 pound bacon, cooked crisp and chopped

Adviced equipment

  • Stand mixer: Essential for a smooth batter.
  • Cookie sheet: Vital for even baking.
  • Silicone baking mats: Reduce cleanup and prevent sticking.
  • Digital kitchen scale: For accurate ingredient measurement.
  • Oven thermometer: To verify oven temperature accuracy.
  • Mixing bowls (various sizes): Necessary for the preparation process.
  • Spatula or cookie scoop: For portioning dough and cookies placement on baking sheets.
  • Parchment paper: Facilitates easy removal of cookies post-baking (optional with silicone mats).
  • Cooling rack: Aids in efficient and even cooling after baking.
  • Marketable for additional gourmet recipes involving unique ingredient combinations.

    History of the recipe

    The Bacon Banana Cookie concept is a modern culinary experiment, combining elements from both sweet and savory cuisines to create something wholly original. While no definitive origin story exists for this particular dish, it represents an increasingly popular trend in the food industry: the fusion of seemingly disparate flavors into new gastronomic experiences.

    Fun facts about this recipe

    Did you know? Bacon infuses cookies with a rich, smoky undertone that contrasts beautifully with the sweet banana flavor. Additionally, incorporating bacon into dessert items can sometimes elevate them from traditional to gourmet status.

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Bacon Banana Cookies

Bacon Banana Cookies

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Equipment

  • - Stand mixer: For efficiently mixing dough ingredients and ensuring a smooth batter consistency.

  • - Cookie sheet: A baking pan designed specifically for cookies, which is essential for even cooking.

  • - Silicone baking mats: Non-stick surfaces on the cookie sheet to help prevent sticking and potentially reduce cleanup time.

  • - Digital kitchen scale: Ensures precise measurement of ingredients like bacon, bananas, or chocolate chips which could enhance the recipe's outcome.

  • - Oven thermometer: For verifying your oven's temperature is accurate as baking times can vary with slight discrepancies in heat.

  • - Mixing bowls (various sizes): Essential for preparation of ingredients; useful depending on the quantities involved.

  • - Spatula or cookie scoop: Useful for portioning out dough and placing cookies evenly spaced on baking sheets.

  • - Parchment paper: Helps in easy removal of cookies from baking sheets without sticking, though not strictly necessary if using a silicone mat.

  • - Cooling rack: After baking, helps cookies cool more efficiently and evenly.

  • - Food processor (optional): For grating cheese or processing nuts that might be included in variations of the recipe for additional flavor.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups sifted all-purpose flour

  • 2 teaspoons baking powder

  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter

  • 1 1/4 cups sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 4 bananas, mashed (about 1 1/3 cups)

  • 1/2 pound bacon, cooked crisp, chopped

Instructions

1

Instruction 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2

Instruction 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon of the cinnamon, and the salt.
3

Instruction 3

In a medium mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to cream together the butter and 1 cup of the sugar. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until they are fully incorporated. Beat in the vanilla. Add the butter mixture to the flour mixture, then stir in the mashed bananas, beating well after each addition. Fold in the bacon.
4

Instruction 4

Stir together the remaining 1/4 cup sugar and the remaining cinnamon.
5

Instruction 5

Drop the dough by heaping tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet 1 inch apart. Sprinkle generously with the cinnamon-sugar and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until slightly browned. Allow the cookies to cool completely before storing in an airtight container. Cookies will keep for 5 to 7 days.
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