Delicious Recipes For Ripe Bananas
These delicious and healthy banana treats are made with just three simple ingredients. Perfect for a quick snack or a guilt-free dessert, they combine ripe bananas with almond or oat flour and a hint of cinnamon or vanilla. Baked or air-fried to golden perfection, these sweet bites can be rolled in coconut sugar, cinnamon, or shredded coconut for extra flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: 22-25 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 small treats 1x
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baking or Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 large ripe banana (mashed)
- 1 cup almond flour or oat flour
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon or vanilla extract (optional)
Optional Coating
- Coconut sugar
- Cinnamon
- Shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat Oven or Prepare Air Fryer: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) or ready your air fryer. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mash the Banana: In a medium bowl, mash the ripe banana until smooth, ensuring there are minimal lumps for a consistent dough texture.
- Mix Ingredients: Add 1 cup of almond flour or oat flour and the optional cinnamon or vanilla extract to the mashed banana. Stir thoroughly until a soft, sticky dough forms.
- Form Dough Balls: Wet your hands slightly if needed to handle the sticky dough and roll it into small balls approximately 1 inch in diameter.
- Bake or Air-Fry: Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the oven for 12 to 15 minutes or air-fry for 8 to 10 minutes until they are slightly golden in color.
- Optional Coating: While still warm, roll the dough balls in a mixture of cinnamon and coconut sugar or shredded coconut to add extra sweetness and texture.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the treats to cool slightly before serving. They are delicious when enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for natural sweetness and easier mashing.
- Almond flour creates a nuttier flavor whereas oat flour offers a milder taste; both are gluten-free options.
- If the dough is too sticky to handle, wetting your hands can help with shaping the balls.
- Optional coatings add extra flavor but can be omitted for a simpler snack.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- These treats are naturally vegan, gluten-free, and free from added sugars if you skip the coating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 small treat (approx. 20g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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