A Bunch of Banana Tips and Snack Ideas to Sweeten Any Day

Bananas are not just a delicious and versatile fruit; they also have the power to fuel your runs and workouts plus brighten up your day in unexpected ways. Whether you’re a banana lover or just looking for some fun, practical tips, these ideas will bring a smile to your face. Let’s dive into five banana tips that will leave you grinning from ear to ear!

1) Write a Clever Note on the Peel to Make a Banana Lover’s Day

Sometimes, it’s the small gestures that make the biggest impact. Before sending someone off with a banana, why not add a little personalized note right on the peel? Use a pen to gently inscribe a sweet message, or even a funny doodle. Whether it’s a motivational quote, a simple “Have a great day!” or an inside joke, this tiny touch can turn an ordinary snack into a delightful surprise.

Here are some romantic banana-inspired message ideas:

  • I find you a-peeling!
  • Let’s monkey around!
  • I’m bananas for you!
  • Love you a bunch!
  • Let’s never split!

2) Slow Down Ripening with a Simple Trick

Ever bought a bunch of bananas only to watch them go from perfectly ripe to overly brown in what feels like minutes? A simple way to slow down the ripening process is to wrap the stems in plastic food wrap. This trick works by trapping the ethylene gas that bananas naturally release, which is responsible for ripening. If you’re feeling a bit extra, there are even adorable reusable Nana Hats that do the job just as well while adding a fun touch to your fruit display (see my watermelon one in the video).

3) Get Dicey: How to Cut the Perfect Banana Topping for Breakfast: Here’s a morning routine hack for you! Instead of slicing bananas the usual way, try dicing them into small cubes, while still in the skin. This cross-hatch dicing technique is perfect for topping your oatmeal, yogurt, or cereal – or to stir into pancake batter. The small pieces are easier to mix in and give you a delightful burst of banana in every bite.

4) Freeze Chocolate-Covered Banana Slices for a Healthy Treat: Craving something sweet but trying to stay on the healthier side? Try slicing up some bananas and dipping them in melted chocolate. Freeze the slices for a few hours, and you’ll have a delicious, guilt-free treat that satisfies your sweet tooth. These frozen delights are perfect for a quick snack, dessert, or even as a fun treat to share with friends and family. You can also get creative by adding a sprinkle of sea salt, popped amaranth or quinoa, or chopped nuts before freezing. Check out my Crispy Chocolate Banana Bites recipe.

Treat your sweet tooth to this healthy snack - a sugar-free crispy chocolate inspired by a Nestle Crunch bar, nut butter and banana slices! Prep a batch and store in the freezer. Gluten-free and only 84 cal per piece

5) Create a Peanut Butter Banana Sundae for the Ultimate Banana Snack: Bananas and peanut butter (or other nut and/or seed butters you prefer) are a match made in heaven, and this sundae takes it to the next level. Start by slicing a banana lengthwise and spreading a generous layer of peanut butter on top. Add your favorite toppings—think granola, chocolate chips, or a drizzle of honey—and you’ve got yourself a smart and satisfying snack. Whether you enjoy it as a mid-afternoon pick-me-up or a post-workout treat, this peanut butter banana sundae is sure to hit the spot.

Enjoy these banana tips, and don’t forget to share the joy with others! Whether you’re adding a bit of fun to someone’s day or treating yourself to a healthy snack, bananas are here to make life a little sweeter.

Creamy Cottage Cheese Cheesecakes in 5 Delicious Flavors for Breakfast or Dessert

Whether for breakfast, dessert or snack-time, these little, no-bake cheesecakes are pleasingly delicious, creamy and protein packed. They all starts with one of my favorite ingredients, blended cottage cheese. A cottage cheese cup is such a powerhouse food providing lots of protein and calcium for a relatively low-calorie expenditure. I love easy cottage cheese recipes.

Featuring blended smooth cottage cheese, these creamy, no-bake treats are packed with protein, calcium and other great nutrition, making them a smart choice for breakfast, snack time or a healthy dessert!

Cottage cheese makes the perfect base for these healthy cheesecakes that are portioned up in single-serve size. Even if you think you don’t like cottage cheese, you’ll change your mind – once the curds are blended up smooth, it becomes an amazing creaming filling for cheesecake creations (and also cottage cheese bowls, smoothies, savory pasta dishes, baked recipes and more). When I get home from the store, I usually blend mine up in a smaller blender (like this one) and keep on hand in the fridge for whatever use I have in mind!

Also, it’s a good idea to have smaller mason jars, mugs, ramekins or bowls – around 10-14 ounces to portion out the no-bake cheesecakes before setting in the fridge! ENJOY!

This no added sugar cheesecake dessert features cottage cheese and collagen blended until creamy -- sugar free chocolate chips and strawberries put this no-bake, no crust, lower carb, single-serve recipes over the top.

Sugar-free Chocolate Chip Cottage Cheese Cheesecake: Dig into this smart, no-added-sugar, single-serve solution that will sooth your sweet tooth and give you enough protein (30g) to stand in for a full meal – thanks to cottage cheese and collagen powder.

These No-Bake Beet Protein Cheesecakes are not only pretty in pink and very delicious, but also include the functional benefits of eating beets and lots of protein thanks to blended cottage cheese and protein powder! Plus, that sugar-free chocolate topping is amazing. A healthy dessert or post workout snack.

No-Bake Beet Protein Cheesecakes with Sugar-Free Chocolate: You’ll love the pretty-in-pink benefits of Beetroot Powder, plus 39g protein per cup!

Boston Cream Pie Cottage Cheese Protein Chesecake

Boston Cream Protein Cheesecake for Two: You’ll love how an American classic dessert is transformed into a luscious, lower-carb (and high protein) treat that is also gluten-free and has no added sugar.

Mango Protein Cheesecake Cup for One is a no-bake, easy high protein snack that will be your new tropical-inspired favorite for a healthy dessert, post-workout snack or even an easy breakfast that also boasts lots of calcium and fiber.

Mango Protein Cheesecake Cup for One: Mango pairs up so deliciously with chia seeds and dresses up the top of this creamy protein snack. You’ll feel oh-so tropical.

Maple Pecan Protein Cheesecakes -- are a protein-packed, low-carb option that is healthy enough for breakfast or a smart dessert!

Maple Pecan Protein Cheesecake Cups: These no-bake, mini cheesecakes are lower-carb, higher protein, and offers 75% of your recommended daily calcium needs. Plus, you’ll fall in love with that maple flavor.

Featuring blended smooth cottage cheese, these creamy, no-bake treats are packed with protein, calcium and other great nutrition, making them a smart choice for breakfast, snack time or a healthy dessert!

Almond Butter Protein Cookies | 3-Ingredient Low Carb Treat

Today I’m snacking on Almond Butter Protein Cookies, so tasty and a smart treat that supports a low-carb, high protein and/or gluten-free lifestyle.

Almond Butter Protein Cookies are a smart little snack or healthy treat that supports a low-carb, high protein and/or gluten-free lifestyle. 96 calories, 2g net carb and 6g protein each.

 Only 3 ingredients in the actual cookie – a natural-style almond butter, eggs, and whey protein powder. The chocolate drizzle on top is optional, the cookies deliver plenty of yumminess unadorned.  

 Each cookie has 96 calories and 5 grams of protein each, 2g net carb, 8g fat and 5g protein. Please note though, that the exact brand of whey protein powder used could alter the macros a little up or down.

TIPS FOR MAKING PROTEIN ALMOND BUTTER COOKIES

Almond Butter: Use an all-natural almond butter what has a “drippy” consistency. Almonds should be the only ingredient (or maybe a little salt too). With these types of nut butters, as I’m sure you know, you’ll need to stir the oil back into the jar before measuring out. While this is a recipe using almond butter, you COULD substitute all-natural peanut butter, cashew- butter, etc.

Baking Prep: You don’t need to oil/spray/grease the pan for this recipe, the dough itself is quite oily from the nut butter. However, I recommend preparing your baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper to ensure a no-stick result and easier clean up.

Extras: The nutty richness of almond butter and light sweetness from the protein powder are enough alone to make these cookies taste great, but toppings can be fun too. I have the instructions for a chocolate drizzle (made with sugar-free chocolate chips and coconut oil) on the recipe card, but other good ideas to elevate these low carb cookies including dusting with cinnamon or lightly press another topping (like sprinkles, chopped nuts, mini chocolate chips) into the top of the cooking before baking.

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Almond Butter Protein Cookies
Prep Time
8 mins
Cook Time
12 mins
Total Time
20 mins
 

Almond Butter Protein Cookies are a smart little snack or healthy treat that supports a low-carb, high protein and/or gluten-free lifestyle. 96 calories, 2g net carb and 6g protein each.

Course: cookies, Dessert, snacks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: almond butter, protein powder
Servings: 30 cookies
Calories: 96 kcal
Ingredients
  • 1 cup whey vanilla protein powder
  • 1 ½ cup natural almond butter smooth
  • 3 extra large eggs
Optional Chocolate Drizzle:
  • ¼ cup sugar-free chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350F.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat
  3. Combine ingredients in a large mixing bowl and stir until combined and a thick dough formed.
  4. Scoop about 1 tablespoons of cookie dough and roll it into a ball using your hands. Place the balls on baking sheet, spaced out.
  5. Flatten the dough balls into an approximate 2” diameter with the back of a glass or a fork.
  6. Bake for approximately 12 minutes, or until edges turning golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven, let cook on baking sheet for 2 minutes. The transfer to a tray lined with paper towel for the remainder of the cooling and to help absorb any excess almond oils.
  8. Optional chocolate drizzle: After cookies have cooled, heat chocolate chips and coconut oil in small microwave-safe bowl. Heat for 30 seconds and then stir. Return to microwave and heat in 10 second increments, stirring between, until smooth and glossy. Using spoon, drizzle onto cooled cookies. Place try in the fridge for 5 minutes to help set.
Recipe Notes

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Healthy Desserts for Sweet Sleep

It’s almost bedtime and you’re feeling a little hungry for a sweet treat, should you cave to the cravings, or not? You’d be surprised to find out that a bedtime snack is NOT bad for you. In fact, the right snack may even be able to help you sleep (in addition other great body function support, like muscle and weight management – see my post on this HERE). Healthy Desserts for Sweet Sleep

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