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Banana Substitutes for Baking

Discover various alternatives to ripe bananas that can transform your baking experience. Whether using applesauce, mashed avocados, or pumpkin puree, you can create delicious treats without ripe bananas.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Baking, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 100 kcal

Ingredients
  

Banana Substitutes

  • 1 cup Unsweetened applesauce Works well in quick breads and muffins.
  • 1 cup Mashed avocados Select ripe avocados for best results.
  • 1 cup Pumpkin puree A great seasonal alternative, adds moisture and flavor.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Choose one banana substitute based on your recipe needs.
  • Measure the substitute according to the amount of bananas your recipe calls for.
  • In a bowl, mix your substitute into the other wet ingredients of your recipe.

Baking

  • Preheat the oven according to your recipe instructions.
  • Pour the batter into your baking pan and follow the rest of the recipe.
  • Bake as directed until the baked goods are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.

Notes

Remember to check moisture levels in your batter when using substitutes. Adjust cooking times as necessary.
Keyword Applesauce, Baking without bananas, Banana bread alternatives, Banana substitutes, Healthy baking alternatives