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Six Amazing Uses for Overripe Bananas

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Nyakundi Report

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This archive report was first published on 21 April 2020.

With their natural sugars and potassium, bananas are a perfect addition to a healthy lifestyle. But what do you do when they start to shrivel and turn black?

Instead of throwing them away, consider using them to make something amazing. Here are six creative ways to repurpose overripe bananas:

Make a smoothie: Blend overripe bananas with yogurt and your favorite fruits for a quick and nutritious drink.

Yummy pancakes: Mash up bananas and mix with milk and flour for a tasty breakfast treat. Top with honey or nutella for an extra-special touch.

Healthy vegan brownies: Use overripe bananas, peanut butter, protein powder, and cocoa powder to create guilt-free brownies that are perfect for a sugar rush.

Make banana bread and muffins: Add mashed overripe bananas to your favorite cake batter for a delicious and easy breakfast option.

Make some ice cream or popsicles: Whip up a banana-based ice cream or blend bananas with yogurt and freeze for a refreshing summer treat.

Make banana chips: Slice overripe bananas, sprinkle with cinnamon, and bake until crispy for a tasty snack.

Published on April 21, 2020, at 10:30 am.

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