How to Mash Bananas

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Last Updated: October 16, 2024 References

Mashing bananas is essential in several different kinds of recipes. Banana bread, banana baby food, and smoothies or shakes are some examples. There are also different methods and appliances to use. This article will tell you how to mash a banana.

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How to Mash a Banana by Hand

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It's also helpful to remove or cut off both ends of the banana tips.

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Blend or Purée

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How can I do it quietly? I need it for a recipe I'm making at 2:00 AM.

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Potato masher and a plastic bowl. Add a small amount of milk or vanilla yogurt.

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What if I don't have a blender to mash the banana?

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Use a spoon, fork, or masher instead of a blender as described in the article.

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I mashed bananas in a Vitamix for banana bread. I sealed the mash in Ziploc bags and stored it in my fridge. Can I still use the mash one week later?

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It's always best to freeze. As long as there's no mold, and the mash smells and tastes okay, you should be fine.

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You may add sugar, cinnamon, or other condiments to the mashed banana mixture.

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Bananas can also be mixed with cereal, formula, or breast milk for babies and toddlers. Thaw out the pieces to room temperature before feeding.

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Because bananas brown fast when outside of the peel, it's advisable to use it right away, for example, a baking recipe.

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