Bananas are one of the most popular fruits in the United States (5th behind berries, citrus, apples, and grapes). Over 100 million bananas are eaten around the world. Yet somehow, they are still left on the counter too long and start to turn brown. Don’t fret when that happens… They are still good! These 25 recipes that use ripe bananas are perfect to make the next time you find extras hidden in the fruit basket.
Chewy Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies
"These are great when you want something a little different!" - Susan
Caramelized Banana Bread
"Caramelizing the bananas brings out the depth and intensifies the flavor. The brown sugar and butter work together well to further the caramel flavor." - Joan
Instant Banana Pudding Dessert Dip
"Instant Banana Pudding Dessert Dip, this amazing dessert dip tastes like banana pudding. It’s sure to be a hit at your next potluck or holiday gathering." - Paula
Mom's Homemade Banana Pudding
"My mother always made the best cakes, pies, and puddings, among other things. I have to say that her banana pudding was always one of the desserts her kids asked for the most. So, I wanted to share her special recipe with others who appreciate good ole fashioned cookin'." - Lisa
Honey Peanut Butter Banana Chocolate Chip Bars
"These are a new creation that I thought turned out pretty well. I think they would be even better served with a scoop of banana ice cream on top." - Tiffany
Banana Muffins
"This recipe makes the most flavorful, moist banana muffins I have ever eaten. And I have eaten a lot of banana muffins! I think you will agree. And the bonus is that they are so easy to make." - Jelean
Banana Upside Down Cake with Chocolate Chips
"A moist and tender upside down chocolate chip banana cake smothered in caramel!" - Kevin
Banana Cream Pie Cupcakes
"Banana Cream Pie... cupcake style! These cupcakes are loaded with flavor and I bet you can't eat just one." - Robynne
Salted Monkey Balls
"I took these to work one busy Saturday and everyone gobbled them up. I was calling them Salted Peanut Butter Banana Truffles, but that's a lot of words for some awesome lil balls and this is more fun!" - Rachel
Great Grandma's Best Banana Bread
"his recipe was given to my mother by my Great Grandma Armour back in the early 60's. It is the only recipe we have used in our family and for good reason. I have never found another recipe for banana bread that is as moist, easy, and delicious." - Jody
Banana Nut Sticky Buns for Bread Maker
"This is my latest twist on sticky buns. I added a mashed banana to the dough and some raisins in the center. They are incredibly good topped with nuts and a maple caramel glaze. The only problem is that you won't be able to stop eating them!" - Laurie
Banana Bread Blondies with Quick Caramel Frosting
"Moist and dense, Banana Bread Blondies with Quick Caramel Frosting have the texture of brownies and taste like banana bread!" - Paula
Oh My God, What a Great Dessert!
"This is 4 layers of goodness. The bottom layer is nutty, crunchy and tastes like a shortbread. The second layer has a hint of tanginess from the cream cheese but is also a bit sweet. The sliced bananas are soft and creamy. The butterscotch pudding adds a lovely sweet, buttery flavor. The whipped topping is light and fluffy." - The Kitchen Crew
Irish Style Banoffee Pie
"I love making this pie. It's so easy and it's one of my husband's favourite desserts... and he is not a dessert person. Just throw it together and it's ready in no time. So quick and looks lovely when you present it." - Racquel
Flourless Chocolate Peanut Butter and Banana Muffins
"These muffins are so quick and easy to make that you can even make them on a weekday! You just puree everything in a food processor or blender and bake for 12 minutes and you are eating some decadently delicious chocolate peanut butter and banana muffins in less than 20 minutes!" - Kevin
Gram's BEST Banana Bread
"This is a sweet, moist, and delicious banana bread filled with banana flavor. It has simple ingredients and simple directions, a real old-school recipe." - The Kitchen Crew
Peanut Butter Glazed Banana Pound Cake
"Peanut Butter Glazed Banana Pound Cake is simple, classic and irresistible! This is an ultra-moist cake, thanks to mashed bananas. It’s a real crowd-pleaser and perfect for any occasion or any season!" - Paula
Peanut Butter Banana Pie
"This pie is a little different with the peanut butter and bananas and I added chocolate!" - Roberta
Grinnin' Gorilla Bundt Cake
"What self respecting gorilla wouldn't appreciate a bundt cake chock full of bananas, chocolate chips and walnuts? The sour cream makes this a moist cake." - Laurie
Strawberry Greek Yogurt Banana Bread
"One of my favourite summer quick breads has to be the strawberry sour cream bread which I tend to make pretty much every year! This year I was thinking that I might try lightening the recipe up a bit and the first step was to use some Greek yogurt. Next up was to try to reduce or eliminate the butter or oil and that was done by adding three overripe bananas in addition to the yogurt to keep things nice and moist." - Kevin
Banana Smores
"Praise the Lord and pass the nanners. It's time for smores!" - Bonnie
Mom's Fruit Salad
"This is my brother's favorite salad that mom would make! You can use any combination of fruit the sky's the limit!" - Becky
Tropical Kahlua Nut Bread
"Filled with Kahlua and cream, crushed pineapple, mashed banana, and coconut plus nuts, this is a really moist bread." - Pat
Cinnamon Toasted Fruit Pita
"This makes for a delicious breakfast or even a light dessert!" - Lynn