Preheat & Prep:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.

Mash & Mix Wet Ingredients:

• In a large bowl, mash 2-3 overripe bananas until mostly smooth with a few small lumps.
• Add 2 large eggs, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter.
• Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.

Combine Dry Ingredients:

• In a separate bowl, sift together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.

Mix Together:

• Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender texture.
• Optionally, gently fold in 1/2 cup chocolate chips and/or 1/2 cup chopped walnuts.

Portion & Bake:

• Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop uniform portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
• Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers remain soft.

Cool:

• Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 3-5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.