Learn the best ways to freeze bananas for smoothies, baking, and snacking. Avoid mushy messes with these simple step-by-step freezing methods and pro tips!
5 minutosmin
Freezing time3 horash
3 horash5 minutosmin
1serving
Ingredients
Ripe bananas
Instructions
Freezing Whole Bananas
Peel the bananas.
Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Freeze for 1-2 hours until solid.
Transfer to a freezer-safe bag, removing as much air as possible.
Label and freeze for up to 3 months.
➡️ Use them for: Banana bread, pancakes, or thawed and mashed for baking.
Freezing Banana Slices
Peel and slice bananas into ½-inch rounds.
Spread them on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
Freeze for 1-2 hours.
Transfer to a freezer-safe bag, squeeze out the air, and freeze.
➡️ Use them for: Smoothies, oatmeal, yogurt bowls, or snacking straight from the freezer!
Freezing Mashed Bananas
Mash ripe bananas with a fork.
Measure out ½-cup or 1-cup portions.
Store in freezer-safe bags or containers, flattening them out to save space.
Freeze and label.
➡️ Use them for: Banana bread, muffins, pancakes, or even baby food!