21 Banana Recipes That Go From Sweet to Sassy

Bananas aren’t just a snack—they’re a full blown superstar in the kitchen. These 21 recipes show off their creamy, sweet, and totally versatile side, from breakfast delights to decadent desserts and even sneaky savory dishes. Each recipe proves bananas can charm, surprise, and steal the show—one slice, mash, or drizzle at a time.

Strawberry and Banana Ice Cream

This Strawberry and Banana Ice Cream is rich and creamy and easy to make in your Ninja CREAMi! You can even top it with more sliced strawberries and bananas.
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Ninja CREAMi Chocolate Banana Protein Ice Cream

A bowl of chocolate ice cream topped with banana slices, with a spoon resting in the bowl, placed on a light blue cloth. — Ninja CREAMi Chocolate Banana Protein Ice Cream. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Chocolate Banana Protein Ice Cream is super easy to make and always comes out deliciously creamy! It is a low-calorie, high-protein ice cream with less than 400 calories for the entire pint!
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Cookie Butter Stuffed Dark Chocolate Covered Bananas

So I'm kind of obsessed with Trader Joe's cookie butter. A little over a year ago I had never been inside of a Trader Joe's and had only heard about cookie butter in passing. Some days I wish I had never heard about it because then I could have saved myself thousands of calories (yes thousands, I've eaten that much cookie butter!), but hey you only live once and this stuff is just that good! Besides cookie butter being now one of my favorite foods, a few of my other favorite foods are dark chocolate (duh!) and bananas. So I decided to whip up these Cookie Butter Stuffed Dark Chocolate Covered Bananas!
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Gluten Free Banana Nut Protein Bars

Did you buy too many bananas and now they are super ripe and you are at a loss of what to make other than banana bread? Look no further, these Gluten Free Banana Nut Bars pack all the moistness and flavor of banana bread but with a fraction of the calories.
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Strawberry Banana Protein Bars

Do you have ripe fruit sitting in your fridge about to go to waste? If so these Strawberry Banana protein bars are perfect for you! Moist and flavorful bars that are great for breakfast or an on the go snack!
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Ninja Creami Low Carb Banana Protein Ice Cream

Love banana but not the carb overload? Say hello to your new favorite treat! This Ninja Creami Low Carb Banana Protein Ice Cream gives you that banana fix you crave—minus the carbs and added extras.
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Banana Cheesecake Ice Cream

Craving a creamy, dreamy dessert? This Banana Cheesecake Ice Cream made with the Ninja Creami is the answer! Only 4 ingredients, 21g of protein, and roughly 300 calories per pint—this is indulgence, minus the extra calories!
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Air Fryer Caramelized Bananas

Got a sweet tooth and no time to spare? Air fryer bananas are the answer! Fast, simple, and oh-so-delicious, they’ll satisfy your dessert cravings in no time.
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Banana chia pudding

Busy days just got a whole lot tastier! This banana chia pudding is a creamy, comforting snack that’s not only healthy but easy to prep in advance. Perfect for when you need something satisfying and quick!
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Healthy Banana Blackberry Nice Cream

Blackberry banana nice cream in a lined dish with blackberries on top. — Healthy Banana Blackberry Nice Cream. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Treat yourself to something creamy and cool! This blackberry banana ice cream is a refreshing vegan "nice cream" that’s both easy to whip up and delightfully rich in flavor. Perfect for any sweet tooth!
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Frozen Yogurt Banana Bites

Only five ingredients in these frozen yogurt covered bananas! Made with plain yogurt and sweetened with stevia. Use your favorite toppings to customize the frozen banana bites and they make the perfect, cooling, kid-approved, summertime snack #easyrecipe #healthysnacks #kidsfood #frozenbananarecipes — Frozen Yogurt Banana Bites. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Sweet, creamy, and totally pop-able—these frozen yogurt-covered bananas are the ultimate bite-sized indulgence! Naturally sweetened, they’re perfect on their own or topped with your favorite crunchy add-ins.
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Air Fryer Bananas with Cinnamon

Air fryer bananas on a white plate over a rustic wooden cutting board with a pink linen. — Air Fryer Bananas with Cinnamon. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Looking for a versatile snack or dessert? These Air Fryer Bananas with Cinnamon are your answer! Warm, caramelized, and lightly spiced, they’re delicious on their own or topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, yogurt, or stirred into your morning oatmeal.
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Banana Almond Butter Smoothie

Start your day with something creamy and nourishing! This Banana Almond Butter Smoothie blends ripe bananas and smooth almond butter into a naturally sweet, protein-packed treat that’s perfect for breakfast or as a snack.
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Banana Protein Muffins

These Banana Protein Muffins made with almond flour are the ultimate healthy snack! Nutty, flavorful, and packed with protein, they’re a great way to stay full and energized, whether it's for breakfast or a midday treat.
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Banana Pudding Cookies

Banana Pudding Cookies are the ultimate picnic dessert! They bring all the nostalgic flavor of banana pudding but without the hassle and mess—just pure, portable deliciousness!
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Banana Caramel Cake

Iced banana cake with pecans on top. — Banana Caramel Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This Easy Banana Caramel Cake is the perfect combination of convenience and flavor! Using a boxed cake mix that tastes like it’s from a high-end bakeshop, this cake is tender, rich, and ready to impress in no time!
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Banana Cake Roll

Here’s a dessert that’s as easy as it is delicious! This Banana Roll Cake combines a creamy cream cheese filling with a soft sponge, then gets an extra pop of flavor with pecans, dried cranberries, and candied ginger for the ultimate sweet treat.
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Buttermilk Banana Cake

Banana-Buttermilk Cake on a platter. — Buttermilk Banana Cake. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

This Buttermilk Banana Cake is as rich and moist as it gets, and that not-too-sweet cream cheese glaze on top? Pure perfection! It’s the kind of cake that’s both comforting and utterly delicious.
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4-Ingredient Banana Bread

Easy banana bread 4 ingredients baked in glass dish on cooling rack. — 4-Ingredient Banana Bread. Photo credit: Easy Homemade Life.

Banana bread doesn’t get easier than this! With just 4 simple ingredients, you can mix it all in one bowl, pop it in the oven, and have a delicious snack in no time. Perfect for using ripe bananas and a family-friendly treat for any time of day!
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Banana Almond Milk Ice Cream

Ready for a super creamy, super healthy treat? This Banana Almond Milk Ice Cream is easy to make and comes together in just 10 minutes—so go ahead, treat yourself!
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Mango Banana Smoothie Bowl

Bright, fresh, and packed with tropical goodness—this vegan mango smoothie bowl is the perfect way to kickstart your day! Full of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, it’s a refreshing and energizing breakfast choice.
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