3 Healthy Gluten-Free Ripe Banana Recipes (That Everyone Will Love)
Are you tired of wasting your ripe bananas when they become a bit too mushy? If so, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, I’m going to show you three healthy gluten-free ripe banana recipes so your they don’t go to waste. Not only are these recipes healthy, but they’re INCREDIBLY DELICIOUS!
If you’ve been following Tide & Thyme, you may be familiar with the recipes we’re about to cover. All three are amazing gluten-free ways to use your ripe bananas and are quick, simple, and healthy.
Before jumping into the recipes, let’s cover everything you need to know about making healthy ripe banana recipes.
3 Healthy Ways To Use Your Ripe Bananas
I’ll be honest, I don’t enjoy a banana that’s too ripe. I’m not a fan of bruises on a banana and I don’t know how people eat browned bananas… My personal preferences caused me to waste bananas if I didn’t eat them in the “perfect window” of ripeness.
Because of that, I had to figure out a way to enjoy a ripe banana without eating it raw. I quickly realized they are PERFECT for baking, and my problem was solved. Since then, I’ve developed some amazing, healthy recipes using bananas. Some of which are a staple of my Tide & Thyme blog.
I plan on using this post as a thread, updating it yearly to include more and more recipes that use ripe bananas so you no longer have to throw them away. This is the ultimate list of gluten-free ripe banana recipes! Let’s dive into it.
Table Of Contents: Links In This Post
The Best Gluten-Free Recipes For Your Ripe Bananas
- Nan’s Famous Gluten-Free Banana Bread
- Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins
- Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Protein Smoothie
Ripe Banana Frequently Asked Questions
The Best Healthy Gluten-Free Recipes For Your Ripe Bananas
Here at Tide & Thyme, we’ve created, refined, and developed some amazing gluten-free recipes for your ripe bananas. From muffins to smoothies, here are our top picks, straight from the Tide & Thyme kitchen.
Nan’s Famous Gluten-Free Banana Bread
My first suggestion for a healthy gluten-free ripe banana recipe is Nan’s Famous Gluten-Free Banana Bread. O-M-G, this recipe will change your world. It’s hands down the best gluten-free banana bread recipe on the internet. And you get FREE access!
This recipe is perfect for those looking for a warm, soft, slightly undercooked center loaf of banana bread (just how I like it). Using only a few simple ingredients, you can turn your ripe bananas into a breakfast masterpiece. Want to learn how to do it? Here’s the Tide & Thyme recipe.
Nan’s Famous Gluten-Free Banana Bread
Equipment
- Kitchen Aid Standing Mixer sub for mixing bowl and electric hand mixer
- Bread Pan
- Measuring Cups teaspoon, 1/4 cup, 1/3 cup, 1/2 cup, 1 cup
- Rubber Spatula
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup softened butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups gluten-free flour I recommend Bob Mills 1-for-1 gluten-free flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup milk dairy-free if necessary
- 2 ripe bananas
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a kitchen aid standing mixer, add bananas and mix for 2 minutes until mashed.
- Add all wet ingredients and sugar (eggs, butter, milk, and sugar) and mix on medium speed for 2 minutes.
- Add in all dry ingredients (GF flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt). Mix on medium speed for 2 minutes or until just combined.
- Pour into greased loaf pan.
- Bake for 38-42 minutes or until toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let your bread cool.
- Enjoy!
Notes
Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins
Similar to our banana bread recipe, these gluten-free chocolate chip banana muffins will be gone the second they come out of the oven. Experience a soft, moist, chocolatey gluten-free muffin using our Tide & Thyme recipe.
I love this recipe because anyone can make it and it produces a large quantity of muffins. It’s perfect for families or parties in which you need to cook in bulk. If you have 4+ ripe bananas that need baking, you could easily double this recipe and produce enough gluten-free muffins to feed a household!
If you love muffins, this is the best way to use your ripe bananas. Want to learn how to make these delicious breakfast snacks? Here’s our recipe.
Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins
Equipment
- Kitchen Aid Standing Mixer (sub for mixing bowl and electric hand mixer)
- Measuring Cups teaspoon, 1/4 cup, 1/3 cup, 1/2 cup, 1 cup
- Muffin Tin
- Ice Cream Scooper
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup softened butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups gluten free flour I like Bob Mills 1-for-1 gluten-free flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup milk dairy-free if necessary
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips with more for topping
- 2-3 ripe bananas
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F
- In a Kitchen Aid standing mixer, add bananas and mix for 2 minutes until mashed.
- Add all wet ingredients and sugar (eggs, butter, milk, and sugar) and mix for 2 minutes.
- Add remaining dry ingredients (GF flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt). Mix on medium speed for 2 minutes or until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Use ice cream scoop to divide into greased or lined muffin tins. Top with extra chocolate chips.
- Bake for 18-20 min (depending on how full your muffins are) until golden brown.
- Enjoy!
Notes
Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Protein Smoothie
So what if you’re not a baker? How else can you use your ripe bananas? I have another solution for you. A SMOOTHIE!
This healthy peanut butter banana protein smoothie is the perfect pre or post workout drink that gives your body enough nutrients to get through the day. Made with peanut butter, bananas, chocolate protein powder and more, this smoothie is the perfect way to put your ripe bananas to use.
I love making this smoothie in the morning as an on-the-go breakfast, It’s a quick, simple, healthy way to fuel my body for the day ahead. Want to learn how to make this delicious peanut butter banana protein smoothie? Here’s our Tide & Thyme recipe.
Peanut Butter Banana Protein Smoothie
Equipment
- Blender
- Measuring Cups (Cup, 1/4 Cup, Tablespoon)
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Ice Cubes
- 1 Frozen Banana
- 2 tbsp Chia Seeds
- 2 scoops Chocolate Protein Powder I prefer Orgain Plant Based Protein Powder
- 2 tbsp Crunchy Peanut Butter I prefer crunchy but you could also use creamy
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 1/4 Cup Rolled Oats Certified Gluten Free, if necessary
- 1 Cup Almond Milk
Instructions
- Add ingredient to high speed blender as listed.
- Blend on high for 1-2 minutes, or until blended to desired thickness.
- Pour into glass and enjoy!
Notes
Wrapping Up!
Gone are the days of throwing away your extra-ripe bananas. Instead, find other ways to repurpose them through baking, cooking, or smoothie making. There’s always a recipe that needs a good ripe banana.
I hope you were able to identify a few gluten-free recipes for your ripe bananas so they don’t go to waste. If you did, leave us a comment and let us know what you created! I love seeing what you make. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out via our contact page.
Ripe Banana Frequently Asked Questions
You know you have a ripe banana when the outside is either yellow or brown (not green). The darker the banana gets, the more ripe it is.
Typically, your bananas will turn ripe in 2-5 days after purchasing. You should use them within that timeframe or put them in the freezer. If your bananas have any visible signs of mold, DO NOT use them.
My favorite recipe to make with ripe bananas is Nan’s Gluten-Free Banana Bread. It’s a feel good recipe with a touch of home!