Recipes & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch 9 Banana Breakfast Recipes for a Sweet Morning Treat Start your day on a tasty note. By Katlyn Moncada Katlyn Moncada Katlyn Moncada is the associate food editor at BHG.com, sharing food news and tutorials on becoming better home cooks. She is a writer and editor with nearly a decade of experience in digital media, photography, and video production. Learn about BHG's Editorial Process Updated on December 9, 2023 Fact checked by Marcus Reeves Fact checked by Marcus Reeves Marcus Reeves is an experienced writer, publisher, and fact-checker. He began his writing career reporting for The Source magazine. His writing has appeared in The New York Times, Playboy, The Washington Post, and Rolling Stone, among other publications. His book Somebody Scream: Rap Music's Rise to Prominence in the Aftershock of Black Power was nominated for a Zora Neale Hurston Award. He is an adjunct instructor at New York University, where he teaches writing and communications. Marcus received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Learn about BHG's Fact Checking Process Trending Videos Close this video player Photo: Jason Donnelly If a banana is one of your favorite grab-and-go breakfasts, why not take some time to slow down while still enjoying this simple fruit? For an even better way to start the day, try one of these delicious banana breakfast recipes including crumbly banana muffins, banana pancakes, and even banana breakfast cookies. If you're not up for baking first thing in the morning, we've got banana oatmeal recipes and banana smoothies to fill you up, too. 23 Breakfast Casserole Recipes for a Delicious Start to Your Day 01 of 09 Banana-Stuffed French Toast View Recipe Andy Lyons This banana breakfast idea is sure to make for a delicious morning. Start with a banana and cream cheese filling, then dip French bread slices in cinnamon, sugar, and peanuts for a sweet, crunchy finish. 02 of 09 Banana Pancakes with Chocolate Bits and Raspberries View Recipe Jason Donnelly Few things complete a lazy Saturday morning like a thick stack of banana pancakes. Mix chopped chocolate into the pancake batter for a sweet upgrade. Raspberries provide a tart twist to every bite. 03 of 09 Protein-Packed Smoothie View Recipe Peter Krumhardt A healthy, flavor-packed smoothie is a quick way to boost your energy in the morning. Plain fat-free yogurt and a couple of tablespoons of peanut butter provide 10 grams of protein per smoothie. 04 of 09 Buttermilk-Banana Waffles View Recipe Jason Donnelly Our Test Kitchen developed this banana breakfast recipe with busy mornings in mind. Take some time to whip up these delicious banana waffles and freeze them so you can just pop one in the toaster instead of getting out the waffle maker. Buy It: Cuisinart Waffle Maker ($30, Bed Bath & Beyond) 05 of 09 Roasted Banana Bread View Recipe Blaine Moats You can't go wrong with a classic banana breakfast recipe. Our Test Kitchen's secret to making perfect banana bread? Roasting the bananas in the oven first to allow for a deeper banana flavor. Buy It: Wilton Loaf Pan ($9, Target) 06 of 09 Peanut Butter, Banana, and Bacon Oatmeal View Recipe Andy Lyons To make a basic oatmeal recipe extraordinary, it's all about the toppings. A sliced banana makes a sweet complement to salty bacon and peanut butter atop a steaming bowl of your favorite oatmeal. Buy It: Lodge Cast Iron Skillet ($25, Walmart) 07 of 09 Zucchini-Banana Flaxseed Muffins View Recipe Jason Donnelly Here's a healthy banana breakfast idea that will satisfy your sweet tooth. Whole-wheat flour, flaxseed, and shredded zucchini add protein, antioxidants, and fiber all in one little banana muffin. 08 of 09 Toasted Oat Muesli with Banana View Recipe Jason Donnelly Skip the sugary store-bought cereals and opt for making your own. Oats, almonds, flaxseed, dried banana chips, and a hint of cinnamon get nice and toasty in just 25 minutes. Enjoy the banana-based breakfast with your favorite milk or non-dairy milk. 09 of 09 Dark Chocolate-Banana Smoothie Bowls View Recipe Jacob Fox Chocolate and banana are already a magical combo, but turning it into a smoothie bowl feels like you're having ice cream for breakfast. A cup of soft tofu in the mix is our secret ingredient to provide you with a protein-packed breakfast to start the day. Frequently Asked Questions Are green bananas better than ripe, yellow ones? While both types have equal amounts of potassium, vitamins, and antioxidants, it all depends on your needs and what your preference is taste-wise. Green bananas are starchier and may work better for grilling or oven-roasting. It also adds the perfect texture to any smoothie or smoothie bowl. Yellow bananas are mushier and sweeter, making them an ideal addition if you're looking to cut some sugar off your treats and when baking moist, soft cupcakes, waffles, and muffins. Is plantain the same as a banana? Think of them as cousins. You can’t replace bananas—either yellow or green—for plantains in most recipes, especially when it comes to baking goods. However, plantain on its own is perfect for savory dishes. Fried yellow plantain and mashed green plantain, for example, are a staple in Caribbean cuisines. There's also a variation called Manzano banana, which has a firmer texture, like plantains, but tastes just as sweet as a regular banana. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit