27 Banana Recipes + Desserts With Ripe & Overripe Bananas

If there’s one fruit that’s budget-friendly, nutritious and easily available throughout the year, it has to be the banana. Many people like the taste of ripe bananas, as well as, prefer to cook the raw version into delish dishes. For me, fruits are incomplete without ripe bananas. So, for this love of bananas, I have created this signature list of 27 Banana Recipes that you can make without any fuss at home. From desserts to snacks, there’s so much that can be done with ripe bananas that will suit your taste buds. Try them all!

Go Banana!

Bananas are tropical fruits that are known for their distinctive long and curved shape. They have a vibrant yellow skin when ripe, although some varieties may be green or even red. Inside, bananas have a soft and creamy flesh.

They are revered for their sweet flavor with subtle hints of tartness. With this compilation of Banana Recipes, you’ll be able to make use of this fruit to the fullest.

Like I said in the beginning, bananas are packed with nutrition. Thus, a very healthy fruit for which, we don’t have to shell out a lot of money as compared to the prices of apple, mangoes, pomegranates, blueberries or other similar fruits.

Bananas are nutritionally rich in vitamins like Vitamin C and B6. It is also rich in nutrients like potassium, magnesium and fiber. Their natural sweetness makes them a delightful snack on their own, but they are also a versatile ingredient in a wide range of culinary applications. It is one of those plant products that is used both in its raw and ripe form.

In this post, I have shared recipes made with ripe and overipe bananas that are from the world cuisine as well as Indian cuisine. I have also included some desserts and sweets made with bananas.

In case you are interested in unripe banana recipes, then you can always refer to my post which has a unique compilation of Raw Banana Recipes too.

Due to their convenience and portability, bananas are a favorite choice for a quick energy boost. They are frequently incorporated into breakfasts, smoothies, baked goods and more.

In most Indian homes, overripe bananas are always there and if you want to know how to use them in delectable desserts, then this list of Banana Recipes will help you.

Banana Recipes

Here’s your go-to list of fuss-free, simple, delicious and easy Banana Recipes that will become a favorite of you and your family members in no time.

Also, while you are at this list, I would also like you to refer to my list of Cakes, which includes some of the traditional ones made the eggless way.

The following recipes are excellent to be made with both ripe bananas and overripe bananas.

closeup shot of banana bread slices on white tray
Moderate 45 minutes

Eggless Banana Bread Recipe (+ Vegan & Whole Wheat)

An easy Banana Bread that is both eggless and vegan. Made with wholemeal flour this delicious banana bread is light, soft, and perfectly sweet. One of my most popular baking recipes tried successfully by many of our readers.
banana cake
Moderate 40 minutes

Easy Banana Cake Recipe (Eggless, Vegan & Whole Wheat)

Banana Cake is a delicious, one-bowl vegan recipe made from mashed ripe bananas and whole wheat flour. Tasty and healthier than traditional cakes, this quick and easy eggless banana cake recipe is refreshingly light, pillowy soft and incredibly moist.
banana milkshake in a glass with a light sprinkle of ground cinnamon on a dark brown table with a cream jute napkin by side
Easy 10 minutes

Banana Milkshake Recipe | Wholesome Banana Shake

This banana milkshake recipe includes sweet bananas and coconut milk for a rich and creamy consistency that everyone (especially kids) will love. Plus we add a bit of vanilla and cinnamon for an extra delicious drink.
eggless banana pancake recipe
Easy 25 minutes

Eggless Banana Pancakes | Healthy Vegan Banana Pancakes

This eggless banana pancakes recipe is super quick and easy to make with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour and jaggery. These sweet, tender vegan banana pancakes are so tasty that everyone will enjoy them.
banana smoothie in a glass topped with toasted seeds with a bunch of bananas placed at the side
Easy 10 minutes

Banana Smoothie

Banana smoothies are wonderfully healthy and delicious to enjoy for breakfast or as a snack. This is a healthy, delicious and filling smoothie made with ripe bananas, coconut milk and flavored with ground cinnamon.
banana muffin placed on top of two banana muffins in a white tray
Easy 45 minutes

Banana Muffins

These eggless banana muffins are quick and easy vegan muffins made with whole wheat flour, ripe bananas and sugar.
overhead shot of banana mousse garnished with grated chocolate and served in glass bowls with text layovers.
Easy 15 minutes

Banana Mousse (Easy 4 Ingredient Recipe)

Easy, quick and decadent dessert of Banana Mousse without eggs made with ripe sweet bananas, fresh cream, honey and lemon juice.
Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
Easy 45 minutes

Chocolate Chip Banana Bread (Eggless & Whole Wheat)

Moist, soft Chocolate Chip Banana Bread made with whole wheat flour. The recipe is also eggless and vegan.
banana halwa
Moderate 20 minutes

Banana Halwa | Banana Sheera

Banana Halwa or Banana Sheera is delish sweet pudding made with semolina or cream of wheat, bananas, sugar, dry fruits and is often made as a prasad for Ganesh Puja, Satyanarayan Puja, Devi Puja or for any auspicious occasion.

Recipes That Include Banana

The below listed recipes are not made entirely with banana as the hero ingredient or main ingredient. Here the banana is one of the ingredient paired with other essential ingredients.

Easy 2 hours 5 minutes

Chia Pudding Recipe (Easy & Healthy)

Chia Pudding is an easy breakfast preparation that can be customized according to your preferences in myriad ways. This vegan Chia Pudding recipe is made with coconut milk, coconut sugar, fruits and nuts. Simply mix everything and refrigerate for two hours or overnight.
fruit salad with ice cream and nuts served in a glass bowl.
Easy 15 minutes

Fruit Salad With Ice Cream

This easy summer Fruit Salad With Ice Cream is a mix of various fruits and nuts served with dollops of vanilla ice cream. Really an easy and delicious dessert recipe.
closeup overhead shot of strawberry smoothie in a glass topped with strawberry slices on a dark black-brown board
Easy 5 minutes

Strawberry Smoothie | Strawberry Banana Smoothie

A 3 ingredient strawberry smoothie recipe that’s gluten-free, vegan, and easy to prepare in just minutes. Make this creamy and delicious strawberry banana smoothie for a healthy breakfast or snack.
overhead shot of tropical fruit salad in a white bowl with a blue rim
Easy 15 minutes

Fruit Salad Recipe (Simple, Easy & Healthy)

Juicy, sweet, healthy and delicious, this tropical Fruit Salad recipe is sure to become part of your regular summer recipe repertoire. Quick to prepare, easy to digest and packed with nutrients, fruit salads are perfect for any season.
top shot of trifle with top cream layer garnished with wheel like design with pomegranate seeds.
Easy 30 minutes

Trifle Recipe | Trifle Pudding | Fruit Trifle

This easy and delicious homemade trifle recipe made with sponge cake, mixed fruits, custard and whipped cream is the perfect dessert to brighten up your dinner table.
bright orange colored fruit and oatmeal smoothie in a glass mug on a green table.
Easy 15 minutes

Oats Smoothie | Oatmeal Smoothie

This oats smoothie (oatmeal smoothie) is a quick, tasty and healthy smoothie made with mix fruits, milk and quick-cooking oats.
mango smoothie in a glass on a matted wooden tray
Easy 10 minutes

Mango Smoothie Recipe (5 Ways)

Bright and refreshing mango smoothies are easy to make as a healthy breakfast or sweet snack. Here I share with you 5 unique mango smoothie recipes. There are versions with yogurt, oats, additional fresh fruits, and even almonds – give them all a try and discover your favorite and healthy mango smoothie recipe.
fig smoothie in a drinking glass jar with the lid on the side.
Easy 10 minutes

Fig Smoothie (Banana Fig Smoothie)

This delicious and healthy Fig Smoothie is made with just 3 ingredients – fresh figs, banana and coconut milk. It is also plant-based and super easy to make.
cherry smoothie recipe, banana cherry smoothie recipe, fresh cherry smoothie recipe
Easy 25 minutes

Cherry Smoothie | Banana Cherry Smoothie

This Cherry Smoothie is a delicious, thick, healthy smoothie made with fresh cherries and almond milk. To thicken the smoothie, I have added a banana, but it can be skipped and you can use more cherries instead.
closeup shot of fruit chaat garnished with mint sprigs in white bowls
Easy 30 minutes

Fruit Chaat

This Delhi style tasty fruit chaat is spiced, savory, sweet and tangy. Fruit chaat is made of a mix of fresh seasonal fruits and tubers like potatoes and sweet potatoes.
closeup shot of fruit cream in a glass bowl
Easy 15 minutes

Fruit Cream Recipe (Cream Fruit Salad)

This easy Fruit Cream recipe is a super simple dessert that delivers flavor and can be made in minutes using a handful of ingredients. It can be served chilled or straightaway.
fruit raita served in a brown rimmed ceramic bowl.
Easy 15 minutes

Fruit Raita

Fruit raita is sweet raita variant made with fresh yogurt, mixed fruits and a few ground spices. Since it is sweet, it can be relished as a dessert as well.
mangalore buns recipe, banana buns recipe
Moderate 4 hours 40 minutes

Mangalore Buns

Mangalore buns are sweet fried puffed bread made with mashed bananas, flour, sugar and spiced with a touch of ground cumin. These sweet banana buns or poori as they are known is a specialty dish from the Mangalore region in Karnataka.
pazham pori recipe
Moderate 40 minutes

Pazham Pori | Banana Fritters

Pazham pori or ethakka appam is a popular street food snack from Kerala made with ripe bananas. 
gulgule recipe
Moderate 25 minutes

Gulgule Recipe | Pua Recipe (Gulgula)

Gulgule (singular Gulgula) are crispy, fluffy, soft, fried Indian doughnuts made with whole wheat flour, banana, sugar or jaggery and fennel seeds. It is a special and unique sweet from the North Indian cuisine and is also referred to as pua, pooda, or puda in Punjabi.
banana appam recipe, banana paniyaram recipe
Moderate 50 minutes

Sweet Appam | Banana Appam

Sweet appam recipe made with ripe bananas, rice flour and jaggery. Also known as the Banana Appam or Banana Paniyaram these are an easy to make South Indian sweet snack.
unniyappam recipe, unni appam recipe
Moderate 3 hours 50 minutes

Unniyappam Recipe | Unni Appam

Unniyappam are sweet fritters from the Kerala cuisine and are made with rice, banana, a few spices and coconut.
gujarati methi na gota recipe, methi pakora recipe
Moderate 1 hour 5 minutes

Methi na Gota

Gujarati methi na gota recipe is a tea time deep fried snack made from besan (also known as gram flour), fresh fenugreek leaves, spices, herbs and banana.

This collection of Banana Recipes from the blog archives was first published in July 2016. It has been updated and republished on August 2023.

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6 Comments

  1. We make very tasty raita from ripe bananas. Take 2 ripe bananas, 1/2 tsp red mustard seeds, 1 green chilli chopped, 2 tbsp chopped coriander leaves,1 tsp sugar, 3 tbsp curd and salt to taste.
    First take red mustard seeds, green chilli, coriander leaves, sugar and salt in a chutney jar and grind it well.
    Then add fresh curd and grind to mix well.
    Now add chopped bananas into this mixture and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
    Garnish with coriander leaves prior serving.

    1. thanks for sharing the recipe nitin. i will definitely give a try. have noted down the recipe.

  2. Hej peter

    Tak for alle de opskrifter , jeg har ikke lyst til få flere opskrifter ☺

    V.H. Per