Bananas Just Aren’t for Monkeys

Recently I found myself with a large bunch of ripe bananas sitting on my kitchen counter.  Soon muffins were baking in my oven and the rest were prepped for the freezer.  

Here are a few recipes the next time you need some ideas that involve this fruit.

Banana Muffins – I added zest from a fresh orange and 1 tsp of almond extract for a little something extra.   And speaking of something a LITTLE extra – don’t forget to save some batter for some mini muffins for those sweet tiny hands you love.

Note – Measure out the dry ingredients while you have everything out and make your own muffin mixes.  Store in the freezer.  Next time you want to make banana muffins – add the wet ingredients and your home will soon smell delicious.

Strawberry-Banana Better Than Ice Cream – This recipe will utilize frozen bananas. Peel bananas, cut in pieces, lay on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper and place in freezer until frozen. Store in zip lock bag in freezer. 

Banana Cake – A moist cake with a smooth buttercream frosting.  Need a cake in the future – Bake this cake – cool – wrap well and then when you are ready – thaw and frost.

Strawberry Banana Protein Smoothie – Utilizing those frozen bananas again. Can be make with or without protein powder.

I’d love to hear if you have a special recipe you like to use bananas in.