1-First, preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This simple setup helps everything bake evenly and prevents sticking.

2-Next, cream the vegan butter and granulated sugar together in a bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy this step brings out that delightful sweetness.

3-Then, blend in the mashed ripe banana and vanilla extract to add moisture and a natural banana flavor that makes these cookies special. Stir in the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until a cookie dough forms; this creates the perfect base for your treats. Mix in the chopped pecans or your chosen add-ins for extra crunch, then use a cookie scoop to drop 16-20 even portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart to avoid crowding.

4-Finally, bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden, and allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet before removing.