Ingredients
- 1 cup of white sugar
- 1/2 cup of butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 banana, mashed
- 2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 cup of chopped fresh strawberries
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, cream together the sugar and butter. Beat in the egg and vanilla.
- Mix in the mashed banana, then stir in the flour, baking soda and salt.
- Stir in the chopped strawberries.
- Drop by spoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the edges are lightly browned.
Interesting Facts
- Strawberries are a great addition to cookies as they are packed with antioxidants and vitamins.
- Bananas are high in potassium, which is essential for healthy nerves and muscles.
- Soft and chewy cookies are always a favorite choice of dessert or snack.