How to Freeze Bananas

I like to flash freeze bananas to use later in smoothies. If I am freezing bananas to use in Banana Pancakes, I like to freeze mashed in a zip lock bag. Keep reading for all of my tips and tricks.

You are going to be so glad you started freezing bananas. In fact, we freeze all sorts of fruit and you can learn how to freeze fruit such as blueberries and strawberries too.

Easy Way to Meal Prep

Freezing bananas makes it easy to add this delicious fruit to many recipes. Top your morning oatmeal or blending into your favorite banana dessert.

These simple tips will show you how easy the process is and easily be part of your weekly meal prep.

Freezing bananas helps to add a delicious taste and a creamy texture to many recipes. If you buy a bunch of bananas and they become very ripped or have start to turn to turn get dark spots, do not throw them out.

These supplies will prevent your bananas from getting freezer burn and to be able to use in many recipes.

• Baking Tray
• Silicone Bags
• Freezer Container

How to Freeze Slice Bananas

Simply place them on the baking sheet. Place in the freezer for 30 minutes until the bananas are frozen.

Then remove from the baking sheet and place them in a freezer bag, remove air, seal tightly and freeze for 3-6 months. Freezing slice bananas is perfect for many frozen banana recipes.

How to Freeze Bananas for Smoothies

The entire family loves Peanut Butter Banana Smoothies and this is so handy to have frozen bananas ready to go. This is also great option when making banana ice cream. Having banana slices makes it easier to blender in the blender.

Place a piece of parchment paper on a baking sheet. Cut the fresh bananas into approximately 1/2” inch slices and place them on the parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.

Place in the freezer for 30 minutes until the bananas are frozen. Then remove the banana chunks from the baking sheet. Place them in a freezer bag, remove air, seal tightly and freeze for 3-6 months.

I like to also freeze banana slices to use for yogurt parfaits or to snack on with melted chocolate on top. Flash freezing is the way to go and just pop them into baggies. If you are making smoothies or ice cream shake, it is so easy to just take the amount of frozen bananas you need out of the bag.

How to Freeze Bananas for Banana Bread

I like to freeze bananas wholes for banana bread or banana muffins. I freeze 3-4 overripe bananas in a baggie.

You can also mash your peeled bananas prior to freezing as another option.  Just place the ripe bananas in the baggy and mash thoroughly. Once they were nice and mushy, I just smoothed it out flat and laid it in my freezer. You can also place in a freezer container or freezer-safe bag.

Since it is freezing flat, mashed bananas thaw very quickly. You cans simply lay it in some hot water and they will thaw in no time. Or you can thaw it in your fridge or on your counter.

Expert Tips and Tricks

• Label Zip Lock Bag – Just make sure you clearly label your baggies nicely so you know how many bananas are mashed and ready to go. This definitely beats touching slimy bananas.
• Whole Bananas – If you freeze whole bananas, make sure to get as much air as possible out of the freezer bag. Seal tightly and freeze for 3-6 months.
• Banana Slices – For frozen banana slices, don’t forget to flash freeze the slices first. This will prevent them from sticking together in one big mess. You can easily grab what you need for smoothies and recipes. It is the best way to do it.