Bhubaneswar, AP 17: National Banana Day is an annual observance celebrated on April 17th. It's a day dedicated to the delicious and nutritious fruit, the banana! People around the world celebrate by enjoying this versatile fruit in various ways, from simply eating it fresh to incorporating it into smoothies, desserts, and savory dishes. Banana enthusiasts might also use the day to explore fun banana facts or try out new recipes featuring this beloved fruit.
Here are some recipes of Banana:
Banana Nut Smoothie Bowl:
Ingredients:
2 ripe bananas
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1/4 cup almond milk
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 cup rolled oats
1/4 cup chopped nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
Sliced bananas, berries, and granola for topping
Instructions:
In a blender, combine ripe bananas, Greek yogurt, almond milk, honey, and rolled oats. Blend until smooth.
Pour the smoothie into a bowl.
Top with sliced bananas, berries, chopped nuts, and granola.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Grilled Banana S'mores:
Ingredients:
Ripe bananas, peeled and halved lengthwise
Marshmallows
Chocolate chips
Graham crackers, crushed
Instructions:
Preheat grill to medium heat.
Place banana halves, cut side down, on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes until grill marks appear.
Flip the bananas and place marshmallows and chocolate chips on top.
Close the grill lid and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until marshmallows are toasted and chocolate is melted.
Remove from grill and sprinkle with crushed graham crackers.
Serve immediately while warm and gooey.
Banana Coconut Chia Pudding:
Ingredients:
2 ripe bananas
1 cup coconut milk
1/4 cup chia seeds
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
Shredded coconut for garnish
Instructions:
In a blender, combine ripe bananas, coconut milk, and honey or maple syrup if desired. Blend until smooth.
Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in chia seeds.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight, until the chia seeds have absorbed the liquid and the pudding has thickened.
Serve chilled, topped with shredded coconut.
Banana Peanut Butter Energy Bites:
Ingredients:
2 ripe bananas, mashed
1 cup rolled oats
1/4 cup peanut butter
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Instructions:
In a mixing bowl, combine mashed bananas, rolled oats, peanut butter, honey, chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well until fully combined.
Using a spoon or cookie scoop, form the mixture into small balls and place them on a lined baking sheet.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Once chilled, transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Enjoy these energy-packed bites as a quick snack or pre-workout boost!
Banana Foster Pancakes:
Ingredients:
Pancake mix (or your favorite pancake recipe)
Ripe bananas, sliced
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup dark rum (optional)
Pinch of cinnamon
Instructions:
Prepare pancake batter according to package instructions.
In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add brown sugar and stir until dissolved.
Add sliced bananas to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes until softened.
If using rum, carefully add it to the skillet (be cautious as it may flame up). Allow the alcohol to cook off for another minute.
Sprinkle with cinnamon and stir gently.
Serve the banana foster sauce over warm pancakes and enjoy a decadent breakfast treat!
