Introducing recipes and methods for freezing and thawing bananas [Explanation with photos! ]

Have you ever had leftover bananas and ended up spoiling them?

It's a delicious and inexpensive fruit, but if you leave it out, it will ripen and start to rot quickly.

It is recommended to store bananas in the freezer.

You can make good use of every last one, and it has a variety of uses.

This time, we will introduce how to freeze and thaw bananas, as well as recipes using frozen bananas.

Advantages of freezing bananas

Can be stored for a long time

The first advantage of freezing bananas is that they can be stored for a long time.

Bananas that become too ripe to eat within a few days can be frozen for up to a month.

Easy to use

Second, it is easy to use. You can make smoothies by blending it while it's frozen, or use it to make sweets by partially defrosting it, or you can even bite into it and eat it as is.

How to freeze bananas

When freezing whole bananas

1. Peel the banana. Cut both ends of the fruit. *Adding lemon juice to the bananas will prevent them from discoloring.

2. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and place in the freezer. You can also put it in a freezer bag.

When freezing after cutting

1. Peel the banana. Slice into desired size. *Adding lemon juice to the bananas will prevent them from discoloring.

2. Put it in a freezer bag, flatten it, squeeze out all the air, and then put it in the freezer.

How to thaw bananas and how long to store them

How to thaw bananas

To thaw bananas, let them thaw naturally until they are half thawed before use.

Depending on the intended use, it can also be used frozen.

*It is not recommended to completely defrost the food as it will release moisture and become sticky. When defrosting, keep it only half-thawed.

Banana shelf life

The shelf life of bananas is approximately one month.

Even within the limited period, it will deteriorate over time, so try to eat it up as soon as possible.

5 easy recipes using frozen bananas

Banana Muffin

☑＜材料（4人分）＞
・冷凍にしたバナナ3本分
・卵2個
・砂糖60グラム
・ホットケーキミックス200グラム
・サラダ油60グラム

1) Leave frozen bananas at room temperature until they thaw naturally. *If you don't have time, heat it in the microwave to partially defrost it.
2) Break and beat the eggs.
3) Preheat the oven to 180 degrees. Mash the semi-thawed banana well with a fork.
4) Put sugar, beaten eggs, salad oil, and pancake mix in a bowl and mix well using a whisk to make a batter.
5) Pour the batter into the muffin mold and bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes.
6) It will be more moist and delicious if you let it rest for a day rather than freshly made.
7) Pour into a bowl and it's done.

It's easy to make, so it's recommended as a regular snack for children.

banana fruit

☑＜材料（2人分）＞
・冷凍にしたバナナ1本分
・牛乳75ＣＣ
・砂糖小さじ1
・レモン汁小さじ1

1) Leave frozen bananas at room temperature until they thaw naturally. *If you don't have time, heat it in the microwave to partially defrost it.
2) Once the banana is partially thawed, mash it with a fork to make a paste.
3) Add milk to this paste.
4) Add sugar and lemon juice and mix well.
5) When it becomes creamy, put it in a bowl and let it rest in the refrigerator.
6) Once it has cooled down well, it is ready.

This fruity cheese has an irresistible melty texture. If you can't get the mixture to melt properly, you can use a mixer.

banana & oatmeal cookies

☑＜材料（8枚分）＞
・冷凍にしたバナナ3本分
・オートミール2カップ
・バニラエッセンス適量
・ベーキングパウダー小さじ1
・塩少々

1) Leave frozen bananas at room temperature until they thaw naturally. *If you don't have time, heat it in the microwave to partially defrost it.
2) Preheat the oven to 170 degrees.
3) In a bowl, mix oatmeal, baking powder, and salt.
4) Mash the half-thawed banana with a fork, sprinkle with vanilla essence, and add to the bowl containing the oatmeal etc.
5) Shape the cookies to your desired size. Bake in preheated oven for about 15 minutes.
6) Pour into a bowl and it's done.

I introduced a simple cookie, but you can also add raisins or chocolate chips if you like.

banana pancakes

☑＜材料（2枚分）＞
・冷凍にしたバナナ1本分
・ホットケーキミックス100グラム
・たまご1個
・牛乳50ＣＣ
・サラダ油適量
・バター適量
・メープルシロップ適量

1) Leave frozen bananas at room temperature until they thaw naturally. *If you don't have time, heat it in the microwave to partially defrost it.
2) Crack the eggs into a bowl and beat them well.
3) Mash the half-thawed banana with a fork and add it to the bowl with the eggs.
4) Mix well, add pancake mix and use a whisk to mix even more.
5) Heat a frying pan, heat up the salad oil, and bake the pancakes.
6) Once both sides are browned, place in a bowl and drizzle with butter and maple syrup and it's done.

A pancake full of banana flavor.

Banana Cake

☑＜材料（4人分）＞
・冷凍にしたバナナ2本分
・バター100グラム
・牛乳カップ1/2
・砂糖50グラム
・小麦粉100グラム
・バニラエッセンス少々
・ベーキングパウダー小さじ1/2
・ラム酒小さじ1/2

1) Leave frozen bananas at room temperature until they thaw naturally. *If you don't have time, heat it in the microwave to partially defrost it.
2) Preheat the oven to 180 degrees.
3) Mash the half-thawed banana with a fork to make a paste.
4) Crack the eggs into a bowl and beat them well.
5) Add flour and mix well. Add the rum and mix roughly.
6) Put it in a cake mold and bake it in a preheated oven for about 30 minutes and it's done.

It's great for dessert, but it's also great as a gift. A moist cake with bananas.

Conclusion

How was it?

Freezing bananas allows them to be stored for a long time and can be used in a variety of dishes.

If you have leftover bananas that are starting to ripen, try freezing them.