Best 3 Ripen Banana In The Microwave Recipes

Ripening bananas in the microwave is a quick and easy way to get perfectly ripe bananas for baking, smoothies, or just eating as a snack. This method is especially useful if you need ripe bananas right away and don't have time to wait for them to ripen naturally.

There are three different methods for ripening bananas in the microwave, depending on how ripe you need them to be. The first method is for slightly ripe bananas that you need to ripen in a few hours. The second method is for bananas that are mostly ripe but need to be ripened a little more. The third method is for completely green bananas that you need to ripen in a hurry.

All of the methods are quick and easy, and they all produce perfectly ripe bananas that are ready to eat or use in your favorite recipes. So, next time you need ripe bananas in a hurry, don't wait - just pop them in the microwave and they'll be ready in minutes!

Let's cook with our recipes!

RIPEN BANANA IN THE MICROWAVE

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This was so easy in the microwave. Whether you want to use the mashed bananas in sweet bread recipes, mashed up with graham crackers for baby,in your brownie recipes, or banana cake, dips, spreads, sauces or smoothies- this is a fast and safe way to get those bananas ripe.

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories Sweet Breads

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

3 medium or large banana, sliced
1 medium microwave safe bowl
1 medium piece of waxed paper

Steps:

1. Peel and slice banana or bananas in a microwave safe bowl. Cover with waxed paper. Microwave for one minute. Mash with a fork. Let cool. Ready to use in your favorite recipe when cool and have ripened(turned dark).
2. Note: I sliced 3 bananas in a bowl and it only took 1 minute to get them ripe. But every microwave is different. Make sure to let them cool on the cupboard as they turn black and ripen sweetly as they cool. Hugs,Pat
3. Note: Here is another banana fact: Place a piece of plastic wrap or foil tightly around the stem ends of a bunch of banana and they will stay fresh and yellow longer and not turn dark- if you want to keep them fresh. It works I've tried it. Have had bananas on the counter for 1 week already still fresh!

MICROWAVE BANANA CAKE IN A BOWL

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Yummy banana cake in a regular microwaveable cereal bowl with texture like real cake and no eggs! So no chances of food diseases from uncooked animal product.

Provided by naynayy

Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Banana Dessert Recipes

Time 12m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

6 tablespoons whole wheat flour
4 ½ tablespoons white sugar
⅛ teaspoon baking powder
½ banana, mashed
3 tablespoons milk
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
2 tablespoons chocolate-hazelnut spread (such as Nutella®), or to taste

Steps:

Mix flour, sugar, and baking powder together in a bowl. Stir banana, milk, oil, and vanilla extract together in a microwave-safe bowl; stir in flour mixture until batter is smooth.
Cook in microwave until cake is cooked through, about 2 minutes. Cool slightly and spread chocolate-hazelnut spread onto cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 493 calories, Carbohydrate 62.2 g, Cholesterol 1.8 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 56.6 mg, Sugar 41.8 g

MICROWAVE BANANA PUDDING

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This pud will be a hit with all the family, and it only takes 20 minutes to make

Provided by Good Food team

Categories Dessert, Dinner

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

100g butter, softened, plus extra for greasing
2 ripe bananas
100g light muscovado sugar
100g self-raising flour
2 tsp ground cinnamon
2 eggs
2 tbsp milk
icing sugar, toffee sauce and ice cream, to serve, if you like

Steps:

Put the butter in a 1-litre baking dish and microwave on High for 30 secs-1 min until melted. Add 1½ bananas, mash into the melted butter, then add the sugar, flour, cinnamon, eggs and milk. Mix together well.
Slice the remaining banana over the top, then return to the microwave and cook on High for 8 mins until cooked through and risen. Serve warm, dusted with icing sugar, if you like, with a drizzle of toffee sauce and a scoop of ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 474 calories, Fat 26 grams fat, SaturatedFat 15 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 57 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 37 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 7 grams protein, Sodium 0.77 milligram of sodium

Tips:

Choose the right bananas: Select slightly green or yellow bananas for ripening in the microwave. Avoid bananas with bruises or blemishes.
Pierce the bananas: Use a fork or toothpick to poke several holes in the banana's skin. This allows the steam to penetrate the fruit and helps it ripen evenly.
Adjust the microwave power: Use a lower power setting (50-70%) to prevent the bananas from overcooking. Higher power settings can cause the bananas to become mushy or burst.
Microwave in short intervals: Start by microwaving the bananas for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Check the bananas for ripeness, and continue microwaving in short intervals until they reach your desired ripeness.
Monitor the bananas closely: Check the bananas frequently during microwaving to prevent overcooking. The ripening time may vary depending on the ripeness of the bananas and the power of your microwave.

Conclusion:

Ripening bananas in the microwave is a quick and easy way to achieve perfectly ripe bananas for your favorite recipes. By following these simple tips, you can ripen bananas quickly and evenly, without compromising their flavor or texture. Whether you're making banana bread, smoothies, or simply enjoying a ripe banana as a snack, this method is a convenient and effective way to get the perfect banana ripeness every time.