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Bananas are going bad!!! What should I do with them?

HeatherShrinking
HeatherShrinking Posts: 776 Member
edited September 2024 in Recipes
Help! I bought some bananas and they are all going bad on me (guess I should have gotten greener ones). Anyone have any recipes/ideas for bananas that are going bad?

I tried the Nutella/Banana wontons recipe last night - they were amazing, but I can't have just 1 (or 3 or even 5). :blushing:

So what else can I do with these things? Eating them plain is getting a little boring.

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  • djnelson1024
    djnelson1024 Posts: 138
    U have a banana bread recipe need atleast three of em.
  • RonieLisbeth
    RonieLisbeth Posts: 19
    get a blender and milk (:
  • maeadair
    maeadair Posts: 496 Member
    make banana bread...check out Hungry Girl recipes :-)
  • H_82
    H_82 Posts: 418 Member
    Make banana bread with them. I only use bad bananas for this anyways. If you use applesauce instead of crisco (I think), it makes it a little bit better for you...
  • nisijam5
    nisijam5 Posts: 9,964 Member
    coconut lime glazed banana bread on cooking light.com

    http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=10000001654705
  • djnelson1024
    djnelson1024 Posts: 138
    I have one I mean LOL 2 cups flour 1 cup sugar, 1/2 cup butter tsp vanilla 1 tsp baking soda 2 eggs mix it all together cook at 350 for 45 minutes to one hour check it with toothpick or fork to see if inside is still soft
  • 81Kyra
    81Kyra Posts: 115
    When bananas start to turn brown i freeze them for when i make banana bread.
  • mlemonroe2
    mlemonroe2 Posts: 603
    I'm going w/ banana bread. But you should wait until they are totaly brown. Brown bananas make the BEST banana bread!!
  • houlee
    houlee Posts: 60
    If you have an ice cream maker, you can make banana soft serve "ice cream." Or peel them, cut them into thick slices, and freeze them for future smoothies.
  • Healthyby30
    Healthyby30 Posts: 1,349 Member
    You can mash them up and freeze them in ice cube trays. Store them in freezer bags, then you can use them for smoothies, add to oatmeal, etc.
  • twinkier
    twinkier Posts: 29 Member
    You can freeze them and use them for smoothies and banana bread or muffins later. I usually peel them when they start to get bad and put them in freezer bags and throw them in the freezer. they are good for a long while in the freezer (about 3-4 months, sometimes longer). I then just break off what I need for a smoothie, my fake ice cream recipe, or for baking.
  • ajstrs
    ajstrs Posts: 4 Member
    Slice them onto a tray covered in parchment paper and freeze them. Then add to smoothies (or just eat outright for a chilly sweet snack.)
  • mrmarius
    mrmarius Posts: 1,802 Member
    When bananas start to turn brown i freeze them for when i make banana bread.

    i agree. i freeze mine and use them for smoothies
  • twinkier
    twinkier Posts: 29 Member
    Great information and recipes.
  • trud72
    trud72 Posts: 1,912 Member
    look for a healthy banana cake recipie!
    or
    smoothie
    or
    drop scones/small pancakes with them mashed in the mixture(makes them really moist)!
  • skinnyme125
    skinnyme125 Posts: 396 Member
    I have always heard to freeze them whole, this will brown them right away and then they are wonderful for making banana bread. Good luck.
  • ct1986
    ct1986 Posts: 200
    Depends how bad they are. If they are still edible you can slice it and put peanut butter (thinly) on them and freeze them, or roll it in a tablespoon of chocolate chips as a treat. I've also made "banana" ice cream with the kids I work with; just stick the banana in a food processor and tada.

    If they're beyond the edible stage I don't have anything particularly healthy right off but you can freeze them and use them for cooking later, just peel them and put them in a baggie.

    I do have a recipe for 'Banana Snackin' Bars' which I don't think is too high in calories but I'll have to look it up later for you.
  • hudzis
    hudzis Posts: 2
    I agree. Make them into smoothies with orange juice, frozen berries, and ice cubes. Fresh berries are hard to find in winter, so use frozen. They were picked in season. I make mine without milk, ice cream, or yogurt so there's no added fat or sugar. Just the sugars from the fruit, which are good sugars anyway.
  • BACKDROPsilhouette
    BACKDROPsilhouette Posts: 20
    Take off the peels and put them in the freezer in a bag. That way they won't go bad and you can use them for smoothies over the next week or so.

    EDIT: OH, and if you make a smoothie...use almond milk in it instead of regular milk. Less calories, plus it's delicious.
  • Natalie43
    Natalie43 Posts: 122 Member
    i slice mine and freeze them flat on some cling film on a plate. Then when frozen put all the pieces in a freezer bag and keep in the freezer.
    i eat the pieces before i go for my long runs for energy.
    also they're good as a sweet treat when you are craving sugar :smile:
  • dawnna76
    dawnna76 Posts: 987 Member
    http://www.hungry-girl.com/weighin/show/1892



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  • egbkid
    egbkid Posts: 164 Member
    I made these for a shower last weekend, they were a hit!! I omitted the walnuts and drizzled with dark chocolate.

    Banana Oat Squares


    6 Tbsp butter or hard margarine, softened.
    1/2 cup brown sugar, packed.
    1 large egg.
    3/4 cup mashed banana (about 1 + 1/2 medium)
    1/4 tsp salt.
    2 cups quick cooking rolled oats.
    1/3 cup chopped walnuts.


    Beat butter & Sugar in medium bol. Add egg and vanilla, beat until well combined. Add rolled oates & walnuts. Spread evenly in greased 8 X 8 pan.
    Bake for 50 - 55 minutes in 350 F oven. Cool on rack before cutting. Cuts into 25 squares, about 85 calories each
  • Dencrossgirl
    Dencrossgirl Posts: 501 Member
    Peel and freeze and then make either banana bread at a later day, or use frozen I a smoothies, it adds a creamy ice cream taste.
  • HeatherShrinking
    HeatherShrinking Posts: 776 Member
    Wow! Thanks for all the replies! I feel so loved :-) There are so many good options, I'm going to have to get some more bananas and let them go bad too!
  • Aid_B
    Aid_B Posts: 427
    1 banana, + splash of milk + cocunut milk + Ice + Rum + blender = Banana Cow :o)

    Enjoy
  • ajbeans
    ajbeans Posts: 2,857 Member
    Put them in the freezer, skin and all. When you want to use them, use a paring knife to cut away the peel while they're still frozen, and then do whatever you wanted to do with them. I like to use frozen bananas for smoothies. One banana + one serving of yogurt + 1/2 cup skim milk = 2 delicious smoothies. :) Add some baby spinach for a nutrition boost (and a funky color).
  • chiliflea
    chiliflea Posts: 695 Member
    Help! I bought some bananas and they are all going bad on me (guess I should have gotten greener ones). Anyone have any recipes/ideas for bananas that are going bad?

    I tried the Nutella/Banana wontons recipe last night - they were amazing, but I can't have just 1 (or 3 or even 5). :blushing:

    So what else can I do with these things? Eating them plain is getting a little boring.

    PLEASE tell me what Nutella/Banana wontons are?! I NEEEEED to know!
  • HeatherShrinking
    HeatherShrinking Posts: 776 Member
    Help! I bought some bananas and they are all going bad on me (guess I should have gotten greener ones). Anyone have any recipes/ideas for bananas that are going bad?

    I tried the Nutella/Banana wontons recipe last night - they were amazing, but I can't have just 1 (or 3 or even 5). :blushing:

    So what else can I do with these things? Eating them plain is getting a little boring.

    PLEASE tell me what Nutella/Banana wontons are?! I NEEEEED to know!

    Here is the link to the Nutella/Banana wonton recipe http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/140236-nutella-banana-wontons-w-pic-60-calories-ea
  • sarglava
    sarglava Posts: 206 Member
    Lots of yummy ideas... but I like to put ripe bananas in my oatmeal. I just make plain oatmeal and mash up a banana (usually half). It's a natural sweetener for bland oatmeal. :) Add some walnuts or almonds for crunch!
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