From classic banana bread to banana pudding and banana cream pie, we’re sharing 30 recipes to transform overripe bananas. Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast option, a comforting baked treat, or a refreshing fruit salad, there are a bunch of recipes that’ll bring a smile to your face and a burst of flavor to your palate.
MARIANNE GLEASON
CINCINNATI, OH
Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies
“I’ve been baking lots of banana bread lately and while I love it, I wanted something different to do with my ripe bananas. They have a very soft, cake-like texture.” – Marianne
CAROL MCKINNEY
RICHMOND, VA
Banana Bread Pudding
“I had half a loaf of leftover Italian bread and over-ripe bananas on the counter and came up with an incredible banana bread pudding! It was even better the next day.” – Carol
LISA MOORE
CHESTERFIELD, VA
Mom’s Homemade Banana Pudding
“My mother always made the best cakes, pies, and puddings, among other things. I have to say that her banana pudding was always one of the desserts her kids asked for the most. So, I wanted to share her special recipe with others who appreciate good ole fashioned cookin’.” – Lisa
BRUCE TRACY
OGDEN, UT
Banana Upside-Down Cake
“I tried this first in a cast iron Dutch oven, and because not everyone has that type of pot, I converted it to a more common cake pan.” – Bruce
SANDY JONES
REDFORD, MI
Banana Cake With Buttercream Frosting
“This banana cake recipe came from my great-grandmother and has been in the family for 100 years.” – Sandy
SHERI MULLINS
MIDLAND, TX
Bananas Foster Cream Pie
“This little place in the mountains has wonderful pie! I loved the bananas foster pie they served. But when I went the last time, it wasn’t on the menu. This one is pretty close.” – Sheri
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Caramelized Bananas
“Easy to make caramelized bananas that are the perfect topping for ice cream, pancakes, waffles, French toast, etc.” – Kevin
Peanut Butter Banana Pie
“This pie is a little different with the peanut butter and bananas and I added chocolate!” – Roberta
JESSICA DAYON
SCHNECKSVILLE, PA
“My husband and I are both on vacation today. So I whipped this up on a whim as a special treat for us and my older daughter. It was so delicious! I can’t wait to make it again.” – Jessica
JOAN PENNEY
PLATTE CITY, MO
Caramelized Banana Bread
“I love banana bread and am always playing with and revising recipes hoping to finally hit upon the perfect texture, crumb, and wow factor. This recipe will not disappoint. Caramelizing the bananas brings out the depth and intensifies the flavor. The brown sugar and butter work together well to further the caramel flavor.” – Joan
JELEAN DOKOS
LAYTON, UT
Banana Muffins
“This recipe makes the most flavorful, moist banana muffins I have ever eaten. And I have eaten a lot of banana muffins! I think you will agree. These muffins also freeze very well.” – Jelean
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Easy Banana Cream Pie
“This quick and Easy Banana Cream Pie is ready in minutes. It’s so rich and creamy nobody will believe it isn’t made from scratch.” – Debbie
PAT DURAN
LAS VEGAS, NV
Banana Pudding Roll
“This recipe is easy and makes a great dessert for company or family. It works out great frozen. Also, it’s delicious served with chocolate, caramel, or strawberry sauce and whipped cream on top of each serving.” – Pat
GINA COLLIER
SHELBYVILLE, TN
Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Gooey Bars
“I made this dessert for a bake sale and it was a hit. Sold out fast.” – Gina
KIM *
BOSTON, MA
Aunt Lynda’s Cream Cheese Filled Banana Bread
“When sliced, this makes a great presentation. A delicious and different banana bread with a cream cheese center.” – Kim
RONDA HAYS
CUNNINGHAM, KY
Zucchini Banana Bread
“A moist and delicious way to use excess over-ripe bananas and an abundance of garden zucchini.” – Ronda
TRISH MORRIS
ALAMOGORDO, NM
Banana Muffins With Peanut Butter Cream Filling
“A new twist on banana bread.” – Trish
MICHELLE HELGESEN
CRYSTAL LAKE, IL
Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread
“This evolved from my mother-in-law’s banana bread recipe. Hers is the traditional recipe with walnuts. I never was a fan of nuts so she made one for me with chocolate chunks and it was amazing! I went to make it today but didn’t have enough chocolate chips so I added the peanut butter chips too. So yummy!” – Michelle
BONNIE HAWKINS
ATASCADERO, CA
Banana Smores
“Praise the Lord and pass the nanners. It’s time for smores!” – Bonnie
JENNY WEMPLE
VARIOUS PLACES, MT
Irresistible Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
“This is a family recipe that’s been passed down. My mom always used to make a batch of these whenever we would go camping and my family and all the other campers would devour them within the first or second day. They’re my all-time favorite cookie!” – Jenny
SHER BIRD
BELLEVUE, WA
Banana Cranberry Crunch Breakfast Muffins
“A fast and simple muffin that is wonderful for breakfast… something different you won’t find at the corner store!” – Sher
LAURIE LENARTOWICZ
LIVINGSTON, TN
Banana Nut Sticky Buns for Bread Maker
“This is my latest twist on sticky buns. I added a mashed banana to the dough and some raisins in the center. They are incredibly good topped with nuts and a maple caramel glaze. The only problem is that you won’t be able to stop eating them.” – Laurie
RACQUEL SWEENEY
DONEGAL
Irish Style Banoffee Pie
“I love making this pie. It’s so easy and it’s one of my husband’s favourite desserts… and he is not a dessert person. Just throw it together and it’s ready in no time. So quick and looks lovely when you present it.” – Racquel
LISA MERSEREAU
MARYSVILLE, WA
Better Than Sex Fruit Salad
“This is a twist on a traditional fruit salad. Good any time of year. Whether it is or isn’t is up to you.” – Lisa
ANGELA JOHNSON
STATESVILLE, NC
Hummingbird Cake
“This is a great cake. It reminds me of banana bread with cream cheese icing.” – Angela
TIFFANY YOUNG
AUBURN, IL
Honey Peanut Butter Banana Chocolate Chip Bars
“These are a new creation that I thought turned out pretty well. I think they would be even better served with a scoop of banana ice cream on top.” – Tiffany
JAN W
APOLLO, PA
Pina Colada Roll
“It’s got all the ingredients for a pina colada, including rum, and even has chocolate, whipped cream, and a cherry on top!” – Jan
CAROLINE MGAWE
ZERMATT, WALLIS
Easy Low-Sugar Banana Bread
“This easy recipe shows you how good healthy can taste. You don’t need a mixer, I just use a fork to mix. It makes the house smell so nice, people always smile when they come in.” – Caroline
GRISHMA SHAH
NASHVILLE, TN
Brown Butter Banana Pancakes – 4th July Special
“It’s simply delicious. Easy to make, full of flavors and healthy! Kids will love it too.” – Grishma
ROBYNNE GLENN
LAKE ARROWHEAD, CA
Banana Cream Pie Cupcakes ~ Robynne
“Banana Cream Pie… cupcake style! These cupcakes are loaded with flavor and I bet you can’t eat just one.” – Robynne