Banoffee Pie Cookies: Easy Chewy Caramel Delight

Banoffee Pie Cookies
Banoffee Pie Cookies are an absolute dream come true for anyone who adores that classic British dessert but secretly wishes it came in a perfectly portable, chewy form! I first dreamt up this recipe on a chilly afternoon, craving something sweet, familiar, yet utterly new – the delightful idea of transforming a beloved pie into a golden cookie, loaded with irresistible banana, rich caramel, and delicate white chocolate notes. Just like our beloved Salted Caramel Apple Cookies recipe captured another pie’s essence in cookie form, these promise pure comfort and joy.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Each bite of these Banoffee Pie Cookies is a warm, cozy hug, taking you back to simpler times and sweeter moments, making them ideal for sharing with friends and family or simply savoring by yourself with a cup of tea. This recipe isn’t just about baking; it’s about capturing pure joy in every delicious morsel, ready to brighten any day with its nostalgic flavors.
For those who love exploring different takes on this delightful concept, you might also enjoy checking out this Banoffee cookie recipe from Taste Charm as well.
Banoffee Pie Cookies: Easy Chewy Caramel Delight
Course: DessertCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy4
servings30
minutes40
minutes300
kcalThese chewy Banoffee Pie Cookies are loaded with banana, rich caramel pieces, creamy white chocolate chips, and a sprinkle of Biscoff crumbs for that iconic banoffee pie flavor in every bite. Easy to make and insanely delicious!
Ingredients
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1 large egg + 1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup mashed ripe banana (about 1 small banana)
1 cup white chocolate chips
1/2 cup caramel bits or chopped dulce de leche candies
1/2 cup crushed Biscoff cookies (for topping and mixing)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Use an electric mixer for best results.
- Beat in the egg, then the egg yolk, and vanilla extract until well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Stir in the mashed banana. Don’t worry if it looks a little curdled; it will come together.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the white chocolate chips and caramel bits. If desired, reserve a few for pressing into the tops of the cookies before baking.
- Scoop dough by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
- Lightly sprinkle additional crushed Biscoff cookies on top of each cookie dough ball, and a pinch of flaky sea salt if you like.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still slightly soft. They will firm up as they cool.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
Notes
- Perfect Banana Mash: Make sure your banana is very ripe, with plenty of brown spots on the peel. This ensures maximum banana flavor and makes it easy to mash smoothly into the dough for that authentic banoffee taste.
- The Caramel Secret: For gooey caramel pockets, use soft caramel bits or chop a block of dulce de leche or soft caramel candies. If your caramels are too hard, they might not melt into the cookie as beautifully, so a quick warm-up can sometimes help.
- Cool Down for Chewy Goodness: Don’t skip the cooling time on the baking sheet! This crucial step allows the cookies to continue cooking slightly from residual heat and set properly, resulting in that wonderfully chewy texture we all love.
