Ways to use up over ripe bananas

We’ve all been there—those bananas sitting in the fruit bowl, getting softer and browner by the day. But don’t throw them away! Overripe bananas are perfect for creating delicious treats, and they’re a great way to reduce food waste. Bananas become sweeter as they ripen, making them ideal for baking, smoothies, or even freezing for later use. Whether you’re blending them into a morning smoothie, using them for pancakes, or baking them into a tasty banana bread, you’ll not only save them from the bin but also enjoy a sweet treat in return.

One of the quickest and tastiest ways to use up your overripe bananas is this simple banana bread recipe. It takes less than 10 minutes to prepare, so you can whip it up quickly and have a delicious homemade treat in under an hour.

Banana Bread

Ingredients

• 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
• 2 eggs
• ½ cup white sugar
• ½ cup brown sugar
• ½ cup milk
• 1½ cups flour
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ cup melted butter

Method

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C
2. Mash the bananas in a bowl
3. Add the eggs, both sugars, milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Mix well
4. Gradually add the flour and baking powder to the mixture. Stir until well combined
5. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan
6. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean
7. Let cool, then enjoy your freshly baked banana bread!

This recipe is not only a fantastic way to use up those overripe bananas, but it’s also an easy, family-friendly bake that everyone will love. Find out what are some more of the top wasted foods sitting in your kitchen and how to avoid unnecessary waste here!