We’ve all been there—those bananas sitting on the counter, turning brown and overly soft, begging not to be wasted. The good news? Over-ripe bananas are a secret weapon in the kitchen! Their natural sweetness and creamy texture make them perfect for a variety of recipes. Here are some creative and delicious ways to transform your bananas into culinary masterpieces.
Contents
- Why Over-Ripe Bananas Are a Kitchen Gem
- Over-Ripe Bananas Recipes You’ll Love
- Healthy Chocolate Banana Baked Oats
- Hummingbird Cake
- Banana Split Cookie Pie
- Chocolate Chip Banana Cookie Bars
- Banana Cake With Brown Sugar Icing
- 5-Ingredient Banana Pudding Cake
- Cinnamon and Chocolate Spelt Banana Cake
- Fluffy Banana Pancakes Recipe
- 4-Ingredient Banana Oat Pancakes (Gluten-free)
- Air Fryer Caramelized Bananas
- Banana Brownies
- Easy Chai Spiced Banana Bread with Sour Cream
- Banana Cinnamon Rolls
- Vegan Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Bars
- The Best Banana Oat Waffles (Gluten-free Recipe)
- Banana Cream Parfaits
- Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Ultimate Berry Banana Keto Milkshake
- Banana Tahini Cookies (Vegan, Gluten Free)
- Banana Biscoff Cake
- 4-Ingredient Banana Oatmeal Cookies
- Sourdough Discard Banana Muffins
- No Bake Banana Walnut Oatmeal Balls (Vegan, Gluten-Free)
- Vegan Banana Fritters/ Banana Fritters
- Slow Cooker Banana Cake
- Peanut Butter Banana Pancakes
- Gluten-Free Banana Pumpkin Pancakes (Vegan, Allergy-Free)
- Banana Ketchup
- Banana Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
- Homemade Vegan Banana Ice Cream
- Tips for Storing Bananas
Why Over-Ripe Bananas Are a Kitchen Gem
When bananas ripen past their prime for eating fresh, they become softer, sweeter, and more flavorful. This makes them perfect for baking, blending, and more. Their natural sugars mean you can reduce added sugar in recipes, and their creamy texture adds moisture and richness.
Over-Ripe Bananas Recipes You’ll Love
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Healthy Chocolate Banana Baked Oats
Who doesn't want to start the day with some delicious chocolate baked oats? They're delicious, healthy and so easy to make!
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Hummingbird Cake
This old-fashioned hummingbird cake recipe is the best way to make a super moist homemade hummingbird cake with cream cheese frosting.
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Banana Split Cookie Pie
Cookie pie and banana bread combine to make this banana split cookie pie! Top with all your favorite sundae toppings for an ultimate dessert.
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Chocolate Chip Banana Cookie Bars
Chocolate Chip Banana Cookie Bars are a delicious way to use up overripe bananas! They come together quickly and bake in just 30 minutes!
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Banana Cake With Brown Sugar Icing
This banana cake is so easy to make and moist as can be. The baking directions will surprise you and the brown sugar icing takes it to the next level. You’ll just have to make it to believe it!
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5-Ingredient Banana Pudding Cake
This Banana Pudding Cake is superior in moistness, tender in texture, and huge on banana flavor! Easy 5-ingredient recipe!
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Cinnamon and Chocolate Spelt Banana Cake
This chocolate banana spelt cake is two cakes in one: chocolate and cinnamon. Simple spelt flour recipe, with no butter or refined sugar.
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Fluffy Banana Pancakes Recipe
Ultra fluffy yet moist and flavorful, these easy & fluffy banana pancakes are the perfect weekend breakfast. Dairy-free & GF options.
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4-Ingredient Banana Oat Pancakes (Gluten-free)
These 4-Ingredient Banana Oat Pancakes are delicious, light, and fluffy! They're quick and easy to make, and come together in 25 minutes!
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Air Fryer Caramelized Bananas
Make perfectly caramelized, easy-to-make, and delicious air fryer bananas with honey and cinnamon! These are great to serve for dessert, breakfast, or as a healthy snack!
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Banana Brownies
These banana brownies are rich, decadent and gooey! They are quick and easy to make and made with healthy ingredients.
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Easy Chai Spiced Banana Bread with Sour Cream
Easy chai spiced banana bread with sour cream is everything you love about banana bread—moist, fluffy, and full of banana goodness—but with a little extra oomph thanks to those cozy chai spices.
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Banana Cinnamon Rolls
Soft, fluffy homemade yeast dough rolled up with thinly sliced bananas, brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter. With cream cheese icing!
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Vegan Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Bars
Healthy snack alert! Vegan Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Bars recipe. An irresistible, healthy, easy recipe with banana & chocolate chips.
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The Best Banana Oat Waffles (Gluten-free Recipe)
Healthy banana oat waffles are gluten-free, nut-free, fluffy, and the sweetest gluten-free waffles you will make! Best banana oat waffles!
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Banana Cream Parfaits
Creamy banana cream parfaits made without pre-packaged pudding mix! This homemade recipe is layered with whipped cream or like a pie!
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Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies
Soft and chewy Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies! This is the best cookie recipe to for using up old bananas. Perfect for banana bread lovers!
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Ultimate Berry Banana Keto Milkshake
Ultra refreshing, naturally sweet, and absolutely delicious, this instant berry and banana keto milkshake totally tastes like ice cream.
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Banana Tahini Cookies (Vegan, Gluten Free)
Banana tahini cookies are a soft cookie with favorite comfort flavors. Vegan and gluten free, these cookies can be enjoyed by all!
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Banana Biscoff Cake
This easy yet impressive cake boasts a moist banana flavor combined with the rich, caramelized notes of Biscoff-flavored buttercream icing.
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4-Ingredient Banana Oatmeal Cookies
4-Ingredient Banana Bread Cookies are naturally sweetened for perfect for a healthy breakfast, snack, or dessert! Gluten-free, vegan.
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Sourdough Discard Banana Muffins
Enjoy this easy sourdough discard recipe. If you have spotty bananas left on your counter these sourdough discard banana muffins are for you!
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No Bake Banana Walnut Oatmeal Balls (Vegan, Gluten-Free)
No bake banana walnut oatmeal balls tastes just like fresh baked banana walnut bread.
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Vegan Banana Fritters/ Banana Fritters
These banana fritters are the best way to use up your over ripen bananas to whip a quick snack. This recipe need just basic ingredients.
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Slow Cooker Banana Cake
If you're a fan of banana bread, why not try something new and make this moist, sweet and delicious slow cooker banana cake? It's so tasty.
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Peanut Butter Banana Pancakes
These peanut butter banana pancakes are easy to make ahead. They feature peanut butter powder and are a great way to use over-ripe bananas.
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Gluten-Free Banana Pumpkin Pancakes (Vegan, Allergy-Free)
A sweet and healthy seasonal breakfast recipe for a lazy and cold weekend morning! Banana Pumpkin Pancakes that are gluten-free, vegan, and nut-free.
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Banana Ketchup
Swap out your savory tomato ketchup with the sweet flavor of Filipino banana ketchup. It’s easy to make and ready in under 30 minutes!
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Banana Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
Homemade banana bars with cream cheese frosting are so moist & tender. Nothing beats the rich, sweet, and creamy frosting to top it off!
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Homemade Vegan Banana Ice Cream
Looking for a healthier alternative to ice cream? Satisfy your sweet tooth with vegan banana ice cream made at home.
Tips for Storing Bananas
- Freezing: Peel and freeze bananas in an airtight container. Perfect for smoothies and baking.
- Refrigerating: Store in the fridge if you plan to use them within a few days. The peel will darken, but the banana inside remains good to use.
No more tossing out those over-ripe bananas—turn them into something delicious! Whether you’re baking, blending, or creating a frozen treat, the possibilities are endless. Stay tuned for some irresistible recipes that will make you glad you saved those bananas.
