Bananas are the perfect fruit to incorporate into dessert, a healthy snack, or a nutritious smoothie. If you enjoy getting your daily dose of potassium through bananas, you'll love all the creative ways to cook with them. From vegan ice cream for a cool treat to a sweet combination of banana and chocolate, these 15 recipes will make your mouth water.
Banana Cream Brownie Parfait
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Pudding, brownies, and bananas — what more can you ask for? When a dessert craving hits, try this banana cream pudding. Made with Greek yogurt and chocolate powder, it's the perfect way to feel decadent while staying healthy.
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Banana Bread Smoothie
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If you're trying to steer clear of gluten, blend up this banana bread smoothie. Cinnamon and nutmeg give it a spicy kick, and the cottage cheese adds a good dose of protein.
Everybody loves banana bread, but how about a tropical-inspired version filled with protein? This coconut banana bread recipe is definitely worth breaking away from your traditional recipe.
Peanut butter and banana is an unbeatable combination. For a frozen snack as an alternative to ice cream, make these bite-size frozen nutty banana nibblers.
Not only for smoothies, frozen bananas also make a tasty dessert that can satisfy the deepest of sweet-tooth cravings. These frozen banana pops are just 75 calories each.
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Monkey Flip Recovery Smoothie
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Packed with electrolytes, protein, and carbs, this mild-tasting banana smoothie is delicious without being overpowering.
Store a batch of chocolate-covered banana bites in the freezer to have on hand whenever a dessert craving hits. At only 49 calories a serving, enjoy a few!