Delicious Banana Boats: A Quick and Healthy Snack Idea
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Chapter 1: Introduction to Banana Boats
Banana boats are a delightful, easy-to-make snack that you can whip up in no time using overripe bananas.
As someone who is constantly on the lookout for quick snacks, I found myself with a bunch of overly ripe bananas this week. Instead of baking them into cookies—something I didn't have the energy for—I decided to try something new to avoid wasting food. We tend to discard too many items, and I aim to be more sustainable in my choices.
That’s when I stumbled upon the idea of making banana boats. These treats can be enhanced with hemp seeds and a drizzle of peanut butter, along with the satisfying crunch of cacao nibs and goji berries. Not only are they tasty, but they are also packed with nutrients!
So, if you have ripe bananas—or even some that are still a bit green—don’t toss them out! Instead, give this recipe a shot to enjoy a healthy dose of potassium and quality carbohydrates. You won’t regret it!
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Banana Boats
« Gluten-Free « Dairy-Free « Vegan « Quick « Contains nuts « Serves 1 «
« Prep: 5 min « Cook: 0 min « Calories: 287 « Carbs: 37g « Protein: 7g « Fat: 15g «
Chapter 2: Ingredients and Preparation
What You Will Need
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 tbsp peanut butter
- 1 tbsp goji berries
- 1 tbsp unsweetened desiccated coconut
- 1 tsp hemp hearts
- 1 tsp cacao nibs
Instructions
- Peel the banana and slice it in half lengthwise.
- Spread peanut butter on top of the banana halves.
- Sprinkle the remaining ingredients over the peanut butter.
- Serve immediately.
Chapter 3: Fun with Banana Boats
Here are two fantastic videos to inspire you further!
The first video titled "How to make banana boats over a campfire" demonstrates how to prepare this delicious treat outdoors, making it perfect for camping trips and backyard bonfires.
The second video, "Campfire Dessert: Banana Boat S'mores," offers a delightful twist on the classic banana boat by combining it with s'mores ingredients for an indulgent dessert.