Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Fruity & Flavorful : The combination of strawberries and bananas adds natural sweetness and freshness.
- Soft & Chewy Cookies : A banana pudding-inspired dough creates cookies that are moist and tender.
- Cheesecake Dip Magic : A rich, creamy dip elevates the cookies to a decadent dessert experience.
- Easy to Make : Simple ingredients and straightforward steps make this recipe accessible for bakers of all levels.
- Crowd-Pleasing : Perfect for sharing at gatherings or serving as a unique dessert option.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Cookies:
- 1 box banana pudding mix (small, 3.4 oz box)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter , softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg , room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup finely diced fresh strawberries
- 1/2 cup finely diced ripe banana
- Optional : 1/4 cup white chocolate chips or chopped nuts for extra texture
For the Cheesecake Dip:
- 8 oz cream cheese , softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar , sifted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional, for a lighter texture)
- Optional Garnish : Fresh strawberry slices, banana slices, or graham cracker crumbs