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Peanut Butter Bananas

Source: Eating Smart, Being Active Colorado State University and University of California at Davis

Published by the USDA MyPlate Kitchen library. Read from an archived copy of the source page captured 2025-12-31.

This treat can be made with your kids in the morning, then frozen for an afterschool snack.

Makes
4 Servings

Ingredients

  • 2 bananas
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup crushed nuts

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Peel bananas. Spread the entire outside of each banana with peanut butter.
  3. Roll the bananas in crushed nuts, sprinkles or other items.
  4. Cut the bananas in one inch slices.
  5. Store in the refrigerator or freezer until ready to serve.

Notes

Walnuts used in nutrition analysis and for costing purposes. A cheaper option would be to use peanuts. Learn more about: Bananas

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