How To Ripen Bananas In The Oven (for Baking)
A bunch of green bananas are the arch-nemesis of many of my favorite banana recipes. This tutorial on how to ripen bananas in The Oven (for baking) will help you solve this baking dilemma.
Equipment
- Baking sheet
Ingredients
- Bananas
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Pierce the unpeeled bananas several times with a fork. Place bananas in a single layer on the baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for about 15-20 minutes until the peels are dark brown. Keep an eye on them; you want them to become soft and tender but not mushy bananas.
- Remove the bananas from the oven and let them cool slightly. Gently squeeze to see if they've softened to your liking. If they need more time, you can always pop them back in the oven for a few more minutes.
- Once the bananas have roasted to perfection, let them cool before using them in your favorite recipe.
Notes
Storage and Freezing
If you aren't planning to use the bananas immediately, measure the mashed banana and put it in a freezer bag, making sure to squeeze out all the air and label it with the amount. When ready to use it, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight and add it to your recipe according to the directions.
How many bananas can be roasted at a time?
You can roast as many bananas as your recipe call for as long as you have a baking sheet large enough. One banana is equal to about ½ cup, mashed.
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