Banana puree is a pureed form of banana that is smooth and lump-free. It is made by blending bananas until they form a thick, smooth consistency similar to a puree. It is commonly used in recipes for baked goods, desserts, baby food, and more. Let's take a closer look at some of the key facts about it.
Nutritional Profile
It is highly nutritious and provides many important vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients. Just one half cup of it contains:
- Calories: about 105
- Carbohydrates: 27 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 1 gram
- Vitamin C: 12% of the RDI
- Potassium: 17% of the RDI
- Vitamin B6: 15% of the RDI
- Manganese: 15% of the RDI
Bananas are a good source of vitamin C, potassium, vitamin B6, and manganese. They also provide some vitamin A, riboflavin, niacin, and copper. The nutrients in it support heart health, muscle function, energy levels, and antioxidant protection in the body.
How to Make Homemade Banana Puree
Making your own Banana Puree at home is very simple. All you need are ripe bananas and a blender or food processor. Here are the basic steps:
- Peel ripe bananas and break or cut them into chunks. Ripe, spotty bananas will result in a smoother puree.
- Place banana chunks into a blender or food processor.
- Puree the bananas on high speed until completely smooth and lump-free.
- Transfer it to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.
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