Banana Cake Cookies

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Ensure the rack is in the center. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins In a large bowl, cream together the vegetable shortening and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This step is crucial for a tender cookie. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the mashed bananas. Mix until well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cloves. This ensures even distribution of the leavening agents and spices. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in tough cookies. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 1 mins Stir in the toasted chopped pecans. (1 minute)

Recipe View 5 mins Drop the dough by rounded tablespoonfuls onto greased cookie sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 12 mins Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The cookies should be set but still slightly soft in the center. (12 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins While the cookies are cooling, prepare the Powdered Sugar Icing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the sifted confectioners' sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Gradually add milk, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach a smooth, pourable consistency. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Once the cookies are completely cool, dip the tops of half of the cookies into the Powdered Sugar Icing. Place them back on the wire racks to allow the icing to set. (10 minutes)