Description
Banana powder elevates kitchen creativity with its versatile magic. Homemade and simple, this ingredient unlocks delightful culinary possibilities you’ll savor in smoothies, baking, and snack preparations.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups ripe bananas (approximately 4–5 medium bananas)
Drying Ingredients:
- 1 baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Equipment:
- Food processor or blender
- Dehydrator or oven
- Airtight storage container
Instructions
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper and set your oven to its lowest temperature setting, ideally 150F (65C).
- Select ripe bananas and carefully slice them into thin, consistent pieces to ensure uniform drying.
- Arrange the banana slices in a single, non-overlapping layer across the prepared baking sheet, maximizing air circulation.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and allow the bananas to dry completely, which typically requires 8-12 hours of slow dehydration.
- Monitor the banana slices periodically, checking their texture and ensuring they transform into crisp, brittle pieces without burning.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven once the banana slices have achieved a completely dry and crunchy consistency.
- Allow the dehydrated banana slices to cool to room temperature, which helps them become even more crisp.
- Transfer the cooled banana slices into a high-powered blender or food processor and pulse until a fine, uniform powder develops.
- Sift the banana powder if desired to remove any larger fragments and create an extra smooth texture.
- Transfer the banana powder into an airtight container, storing it in a cool, dark location to maintain its quality and prevent moisture absorption.
Notes
- Use extremely ripe, spotty bananas for maximum sweetness and deeper flavor profile.
- Slice bananas uniformly to ensure consistent drying and prevent uneven powder texture.
- Use a silicone baking mat instead of parchment paper for more even heat distribution and easier removal.
- Grind powder immediately after cooling to capture maximum nutritional benefits and prevent moisture absorption.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours (or 12 hours)
- Category: Snacks, Breakfast, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 89 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 0.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 2.6 g
- Protein: 1.1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg