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February 13, 2025 · Leave a Comment

18 Irresistible Banana Recipes

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Do you have a bunch of ripe bananas sitting on your kitchen counter just waiting to be used? Look no further – we have 18 delicious recipes that will help you put those bananas to good use!

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Did you know that bananas are one of the most commonly discarded fruits? One week, we can go through a whole bunch, the next I'm left with rotten bananas that have to be tossed.

This compilation of recipes includes classic and unique twists on banana bread, breakfast and side dish options; as well as some special holiday treats. 

Here are 18 Banana Recipes that are sure to please!

Smoothies

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Strawberry, Kiwi and Banana Smoothie

Strawberry, Kiwi and Banana Smoothie made with fresh strawberries, bananas, kiwi and milk makes a delicious quick breakfast or afternoon snack. 

Blueberry, Peach and Banana Smoothie in a glass.

Blueberry, Peach and Banana Smoothie

This Blueberry, Peach & Banana Smoothie is filling with the addition of flax and tastes great for breakfast or an afternoon snack.

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Banana, Strawberry and Peach Smoothie

This healthy, fruit smoothie made with bananas, strawberries and peaches, help get you moving in the morning and is also perfect for an afternoon pick me up.

 Breakfast

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Banana Walnut Baked Oatmeal

Whole grain oats combined with bananas, crunchy walnuts, eggs and milk; then baked into a delicious breakfast casserole. 

Pancakes made with rolled oats, flour, milk, eggs and fresh bananas topped with banana maple syrup is a delicious way to start the day.

Oatmeal Banana Pancakes

Pancakes made with rolled oats, flour, milk, eggs and fresh bananas topped with banana maple syrup is a delicious way to start the day.

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Breads & Muffins

This Walnut Cream Cheese Banana Bread with our secret ingredient, is super moist and satisfying for breakfast or an afternoon snack. 

Walnut Cream Cheese Banana Bread

This Walnut Cream Cheese Banana Bread with our secret ingredient, is super moist and satisfying for breakfast or an afternoon snack. 

Double Chocolate Banana Bread in a loaf pan on a napkin

Double Chocolate Banana Bread

This Double Chocolate Banana Bread is decadently rich and super moist. The perfect way to utilize those over ripe bananas!

Combine the flavors of the season with this Eggnog Bread made with bananas, eggnog and nutmeg. Make into mini loaves for gift giving too!

Eggnog Banana Bread

Combine the flavors of the season with this Eggnog Banana Bread made with bananas, eggnog and nutmeg. 

This Banana Chocolate Chip Bread recipe is a long time family favorite and makes a tasty breakfast or afternoon snack. 

Banana Chocolate Chip Bread

This Banana Chocolate Chip Bread recipe is a long time family favorite and makes a tasty breakfast or afternoon snack. 

Jumbo Banana Walnut Muffins made with ripened bananas and chopped walnuts make a tasty on the go breakfast or afternoon snack.

Jumbo Banana Walnut Muffins

Jumbo Banana Walnut Muffins made with ripened bananas and chopped walnuts make a tasty on the go breakfast or afternoon snack.

Chocolate, peanut butter and bananas combined into a flavorful, decadent muffin. Eat them for breakfast or an afternoon snack!

Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Muffins

Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Muffins are the perfect flavor combination. 

Hazelnut Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins on a table with milk.

Hazelnut Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins

Utilize those ripe bananas by making these deliciously moist Hazelnut Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins. 

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More Banana Recipes

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Oatmeal Banana Cookies

These Oatmeal Banana Cookies made with fresh bananas, old fashioned oats and white chocolate chips are a tasty treat any day of the week. 

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Homemade Banana Chips

Looking for a healthy snack option? Try making your own homemade banana chips! This recipe is easy to follow and delicious to eat.

Chocolate Hazelnut Pumpkin Banana Bundt

Chocolate Hazelnut Pumpkin Banana Bundt Cake

Some of your favorite flavors combined in this deliciously sinful Chocolate Hazelnut Pumpkin Banana Bundt Cake; the perfect Fall dessert.

Sweet Potato Banana Casserole in white dish

Sweet Potato Banana Casserole

Fresh sweet potatoes layered with bananas, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon and orange juice is a delicious Fall side dish. 

Holiday Treats

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Valentine's Banana Pops

Show someone how much you care by making them these dark chocolate covered frozen Valentine's Banana Pops. They're going to love you for it!

Banana Mummies on a plate

Halloween Banana Mummies

These frozen Halloween Banana Mummies made with fresh bananas, white chocolate and candy eyes are a fun treat to celebrate the ghoulish holiday. 

 

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