Description
Make your own Banana Powder at home with this simple method! Ideal for smoothies, baking, or adding to recipes for a natural banana flavor. With just ripe bananas and some patience, you’ll have a pantry staple to boost your dishes!
Ingredients
- Ripe bananas (as many as you like)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 150°F (65°C) or the lowest possible setting.
- Prepare the bananas: Peel the ripe bananas and slice them thinly into uniform pieces.
- Arrange on the baking sheet: Lay the banana slices in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake the bananas: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 8-12 hours, or until the banana slices are fully dried and crispy. Check periodically for doneness.
- Cool the slices: Once dried, remove the slices from the oven and let them cool completely.
- Blend into powder: Once cooled, place the banana slices in a blender or food processor and blend until a fine powder forms.
- Store: Store the banana powder in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
Notes
- Time Variations: The drying time may vary based on the thickness of your banana slices and the efficiency of your oven. You may need to adjust the time slightly to ensure they are completely crispy and dry.
- Storage: Make sure to store the banana powder in a sealed container to keep it fresh for up to several months.
- Uses: Use banana powder as an additive in smoothies, baking, or as a natural flavoring for oatmeal and other dishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 25 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg