Simple Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies.

My mom used to insist all her children help her bake especially before major festivals and/or holidays. So, even my two brothers were ardent little bakers!

This recipe is easy to follow and does not take much of your time. What better way to impress guests...

Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies.

Ingredients..

115 g butter, softened

50g caster sugar

110 g brown sugar

1 egg

1/2 teaspoon vanilla essence

170g plain flour

1/2 teaspoon soda bicarbonate

2 large bananas, mashed

a pinch of salt

170g chocolate chips.

Preparation.

1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius.

2. With an electric mixer, cream the butter and both sugars until light and fluffy.

3. In a separate bowl, mix the egg and essence, then gradually beat into the butter and sugar mixture. Sift the flour, soda and salt over the mixture and stir in circles until combined.

4. Add the mashed bananas, chocolate chips and mix well.

5. Place tablespoonfuls of the mixture on to a baking tray and bake for 10-15 minutes until lightly coloured. Transfer to rack to cool.