Beauty Tips
Delicious Banana Desserts, a Bit of History and Benefits
By
Kiwilimón - 2018-10-16T09:09:59.350517Z
The banana is one of the oldest fruits in the world. It originated in South Asia and has been known in the Mediterranean since 650 AD. However, it wasn't until 1516 that it was brought to America.
There are many varieties of bananas, and their flavor can vary, whether it is intense or somewhat sweet, slightly fragrant.
Moreover, bananas are one of the few fruits that can be harvested throughout the year.
Preservation
This fruit does not require special storage conditions; it is enough to keep them in a cool, dry place protected from direct sunlight. If kept in the refrigerator, the banana peel turns black, but this does not affect its nutritional quality at all. The darkening of the skin can be avoided if they are wrapped in newspaper.
Bananas can also be frozen, preserving them for about 2 months. Small bananas, in addition, are best kept in clusters and not loose, and should be consumed as soon as they reach maturity.
Nutritional Properties
Bananas provide many beneficial properties for the body, although one point that stands out is their carbohydrate content, giving them a place among the fruits with the highest caloric value.
The most representative nutrients in bananas are potassium, magnesium, folic acid, and astringent substances; and one should not overlook their high fiber content, in the form of fruit oligosaccharides.
Composition per 100 grams of edible portion
Calories
85.2
Carbohydrates (g)
20.8
Fiber (g)
2.5
Magnesium (mg)
36.4
Potassium (mg)
350
Provitamin A (mcg)
18
Vitamin C (mg)
11.5
Folic Acid (mcg)
20
mcg = micrograms
Cooking Recipes
Now that we have learned more details about bananas and how they benefit our health, why not consider preparing a delicious dessert to share with family and friends?
We have created a list of desserts that contain this fruit and are truly delicious and easy to make. Take note.
(we recommend clicking on the recipe title to learn more details about preparation).
Light Banana Cake. A delicious low-fat banana cake recipe that is high in fiber.
Chocolate and Banana Sandwich. A tasty dessert, very simple for those cravings.
Banana Cream Pie. A delicious dessert for banana lovers.
Banana Caramel Tart. This delicious banana tart is made with store-bought puff pastry and is very tasty.
Banana and Honey Cake. This cake recipe uses honey, mashed bananas, and chopped walnuts. Delicious with coffee.
Banana and Walnut Muffins. A delicious muffin recipe with bananas and walnuts. Great for breakfast or with tea.
Banana and Chocolate Dessert. This rich dessert is known as a Trifle and is made with chocolate, cream, Baileys, brownies, and bananas. It’s a true delight and super easy to make.
Crepes with Nutella and Banana. Make delicious crepes and fill them with your favorite ingredients. A favorite is chocolate cream (Nutella) with banana. You can also make savory ones with cheese and ham.
Plantain and Chocolate Empanadas. Delicious homemade empanadas filled with plantain and served with chocolate sauce.
Chocolate, Banana, and Walnut Cake. The combination of banana cake with a touch of chocolate is spectacular.
Banana Bread with Walnuts. Excellent for breakfast or to take to the office.
Individual Banana Soufflés. These delicious banana soufflés are very impressive and make any meal elegant.
Foster Bananas (Flambéed Bananas). These flambéed bananas are typical of New Orleans and are prepared with a sauce of butter, cinnamon, and sugar that is flamed with banana liqueur and aged rum.