This easy banana cookie recipe results in soft, muffin-like cookies, with a hint of nutty graham flavor. You definitely want to add this to the list of great recipes to make when trying to use up overripe bananas!

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I guess I am on a graham cracker kick, because my last recipe, Pancake Mix Cake, also used graham crackers!

And maybe I am on a banana kick too, because my recipe before that was for Banana Bread!

I must admit that I am always looking for new ways to use up those pesky overripe bananas. Somehow, I can never seem to nail buying the correct number of bananas. I either have too few or too many.

So, on the weeks that I have too many, I find myself looking for something new and different to do with those leftover bananas.

Luckily, preparing bananas for use in baked goods and other recipes is made even easier with this banana slicer that I absolutely love!

I use it for slicing up bananas for fruit salads, for my Pan Fried Cinnamon Bananas snack/dessert/breakfast (it's very versatile, LOL!), and prior to mashing the bananas to use in my Banana Oatnut French Toast (I find it easier to mash those bananas when they are already sliced).

Sometimes I even place banana slices in a bowl, top them with a small handful of chocolate chips, microwave it for 30 seconds, and enjoy an ooey-gooey chocolatey banana treat!

But, I digress! Here is what you need to know to make this easy banana cookie recipe.

Tips for Making Banana Cookies

Can I freeze bananas until I am ready to make the cookies?

Definitely! Slice them up and place them in a single layer on wax paper. Then place another sheet of wax paper on top and place them in an appropriately-sized ziplock freezer bag. I usually store one sliced banana in a quart-sized ziplock bag. When you want to use the banana slices, just leave the bag out in a room temperature environment for 30-60 minutes to thaw before making this easy banana cookie recipe.

How ripe do the bananas need to be?

You can use any ripeness level. The flavor will change slightly based on how the bananas taste, but either way these cookies will be tasty!

What is the easiest way to mash bananas?

I like to slice my bananas first (as mentioned above, I recommend this banana slicer), and then mash with a fork or with the back of a large spoon.

Can I skip the graham cracker crumbs in the recipe?

I have made them with and without the graham cracker crumbs. The graham cracker crumbs lend a nice nutty flavor and help with the consistency of the batter, but you can certainly make it without the crumbs. Your cookies will be a little more cake-like without the crumbs, but still delicious!

Does it matter what brand of cake mix I use?

I use whatever brand is on sale! The box size I use is for a 16.25 ounce mix.

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