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Banana Recipes: Delicious Ways to Use This Fruit

Published: Mar 10, 2025 by Yuan

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Bananas have a way of sitting on the counter, waiting for their moment to shine. Instead of letting them go to waste, put them to good use in dishes that bring out their natural sweetness and creamy texture. Whether they’re perfectly ripe or a little past their prime, there’s always a way to turn them into something delicious. Grab those bananas, and let’s get creative in the kitchen!

Soft Banana Cookies Recipe: With Chocolate Syrup

Delicious banana nut cookies displayed on a white plate.
Soft Banana Cookies Recipe: With Chocolate Syrup. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

These soft and chewy banana cookies bring the natural sweetness of ripe bananas into a delightful, easy-to-make treat. With a hint of warmth from cinnamon and a tender texture, they’re perfect for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert.
Get the Recipe: Soft Banana Cookies Recipe: With Chocolate Syrup

Delicious Mochi Banana Bread (Easy Homemade Recipe)

Moist banana bread with a chewy mochi texture and rich banana flavor.
Delicious Mochi Banana Bread (Easy Homemade Recipe). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

This unique banana bread blends the classic flavor of ripe bananas with the chewy, slightly bouncy texture of mochi. It’s a fusion of comfort and tradition, creating a lightly sweet and satisfyingly chewy twist on a beloved favorite.
Get the Recipe: Delicious Mochi Banana Bread (Easy Homemade Recipe)

Chewy Banana Mochi Recipe (Vegan, Gluten-Free!)

Soft, chewy banana mochi on a blue plate.
Chewy Banana Mochi Recipe (Vegan, Gluten-Free!). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

These soft and chewy banana-flavored mochi bites are a delightful way to enjoy the tropical fruit in a fun, sticky rice-based treat. With just the right amount of sweetness and a velvety texture, they make for a delicious and unique snack.
Get the Recipe: Chewy Banana Mochi Recipe (Vegan, Gluten-Free!)

Coffee Banana Peanut Butter Smoothie With Dates

Creamy and energizing smoothie with coffee, banana, peanut butter, and dates in a glass.
Coffee Banana Peanut Butter Smoothie With Dates. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

This energizing smoothie blends the rich flavors of coffee, creamy peanut butter, and naturally sweet bananas for the perfect morning boost. It’s smooth, satisfying, and packed with protein, making it a great way to start the day.
Get the Recipe: Coffee Banana Peanut Butter Smoothie With Dates

Filipino Banana Turon Lumpia

Fried Filipino banana turon lumpia on a white plate.
Filipino Banana Turon Lumpia. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

This crispy, caramelized Filipino snack wraps ripe bananas in a crunchy golden shell, creating a sweet and satisfying handheld treat. Lightly coated in sugar and sometimes paired with jackfruit, it’s a perfect combination of crunch and natural sweetness.
Get the Recipe: Filipino Banana Turon Lumpia

Air Fryer Caramelized Bananas

Caramelized bananas with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce.
Air Fryer Caramelized Bananas. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Air frying transforms bananas into a warm, caramelized treat with a crispy golden edge and soft, gooey center. Whether topped with cinnamon, honey, or a scoop of ice cream, this simple snack feels indulgent yet wholesome.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Caramelized Bananas

Double Chocolate Banana Bread

Double chocolate banana bread with chocolate chips sliced on a cutting board.
Double Chocolate Banana Bread. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This ultra-moist banana bread is loaded with cocoa and melty chocolate chips, making it a chocoholic’s dream. It’s rich, fudgy, and perfectly balanced with the natural sweetness of bananas for a decadent but not-too-heavy treat.
Get the Recipe: Double Chocolate Banana Bread

Healthy Banana Blackberry Nice Cream

Blackberry banana nice cream in a lined dish with blackberries on top.
Healthy Banana Blackberry Nice Cream. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

This creamy, dairy-free dessert blends frozen bananas and juicy blackberries into a refreshing, naturally sweet ice cream alternative. With no added sugar and a silky texture, it’s a guilt-free way to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Get the Recipe: Healthy Banana Blackberry Nice Cream

Banana chia pudding

Banana chia pudding in a mason jar with a spoon in it and sliced bananas, and cinnamon on top and the jar on a wooden board.
Banana chia pudding. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

This creamy, nutrient-packed pudding combines ripe bananas with fiber-rich chia seeds for a naturally sweet, satisfying breakfast or snack. It thickens into a luscious, pudding-like consistency and can be customized with nuts, fruit, or a drizzle of honey.
Get the Recipe: Banana chia pudding

Air Fryer Bananas with Cinnamon

Air fryer bananas on a white plate over a rustic wooden cutting board with a pink linen.
Air Fryer Bananas with Cinnamon. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These air-fried bananas become irresistibly soft, caramelized, and slightly crispy on the edges, making them the perfect quick treat. Whether enjoyed on their own, with yogurt, or as a topping for oatmeal, they add a natural sweetness and comforting warmth.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Bananas with Cinnamon

Banana Almond Butter Smoothie

An overhead image of a Banana Almond Butter Smoothie in a glass.
Banana Almond Butter Smoothie. Photo credit: The Honour System.

This creamy smoothie blends the nutty richness of almond butter with the natural sweetness of bananas for a wholesome, protein-packed drink. Perfect for breakfast or post-workout fuel, it’s smooth, satisfying, and naturally delicious.
Get the Recipe: Banana Almond Butter Smoothie

Strawberry Banana Oatmeal Smoothie

A glass of strawberry banana oatmeal smoothie.
Strawberry Banana Oatmeal Smoothie. Photo credit: The Honour System.

This classic smoothie combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with juicy strawberries for a creamy, refreshing drink that’s great any time of day. Blended to perfection with milk or yogurt, it’s a simple yet nourishing way to start your morning.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Banana Oatmeal Smoothie

Banana Pudding Cookies

Overhead of banana pudding cookies on a plate.
Banana Pudding Cookies. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

These soft and chewy cookies capture the nostalgic flavor of banana pudding in a bite-sized treat. With hints of vanilla, banana, and crushed wafers, they bring all the comforting flavors of the classic dessert in cookie form.
Get the Recipe: Banana Pudding Cookies

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I'm Yuan, a writer, world traveler, web developer, and photographer based in the U.S. My journey has taken me across multiple countries, from Malaysia to England, before I settled in Tennessee, where I've called home for nearly two decades.

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