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Pan Fried Cinnamon Bananas

By Kristin Published February 20, 2014 Last Updated August 10, 2019 138 Comments

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Pan Fried Cinnamon Bananas – Quick and easy recipe for overripe bananas, perfect for a special breakfast or an afternoon snack. How do you make Fried Bananas? Use 3 ingredients, pan fry it, and it’s ready in 10 minutes.

This recipe was inspired by the age-old problem, how to use up overripe bananas.

No matter how hard I try to buy a good number of bananas for my family, I can never seem to get it right. If one week I don’t have enough, I try to buy a few more the next week, but then it seems I have too many!

Luckily there are lots of yummy things you can do with overripe bananas. Banana bread is really the first thing that comes to mind, but sometimes that is a little more trouble than I have the energy or time to tackle.

This recipe is so quick and easy, and it is perfect for a special breakfast or even an afternoon snack!

Overhead view of pan fried cinnamon banana rounds on a white plate

Bananas are important to my family. All the potassium in it is so good for heart and muscles. It also has so many natural vitamins and nutrients that are so good for everyone. I find myself sneaking in bananas in pancakes or smoothies.

TIPS FOR MAKING PAN FRIED CINNAMON BANANAS

  1. Use bananas that are slightly overripe. If they are very overripe, they will be too mushy to cook.
  2. Do not overcook. If they start to get too soft, they are done. This might happen quickly if your heat is a little too high so pay attention to them as they cook.
  3. Use good quality nonstick oil spray. Poor quality oil could affect the taste of your banana rounds.
  4. Sugar works best but you can also use granulated Splenda (or equivalent) if you prefer.

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Pan Fried Cinnamon Bananas

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Pan Fried Cinnamon Bananas |DizzyBusyandHungry.com - Quick and easy recipe for overripe bananas, perfect for a special breakfast or an afternoon snack!

Pan Fried Cinnamon Bananas

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Recipe Author: Kristin
Quick and easy recipe for overripe bananas, perfect for a special breakfast or an afternoon snack!
CourseBreakfast
CuisineAmerican
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time5 mins
Total Time10 mins
Servings2 People

Ingredients

  • 2 bananas Slightly Overripe
  • 2 tablespoons sugar (you can substitute granulated Splenda, if you like)
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)

Instructions

  • Slice the bananas into rounds, approximately 1/3 inch thick.
  • In a small bowl, combine the sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg (if desired). Set aside.
  • Lightly spray a large skillet with nonstick oil spray. Warm over medium heat.
  • Add the banana rounds and sprinkle 1/2 of the cinnamon mixture on top. 
  • Cook for about 2-3 minutes.
  • Flip the rounds, sprinkle with the remaining cinnamon mixture
  • Cook for 2-3 more minutes until the bananas are soft and warmed through.

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Notes

  • Slightly overripe bananas work best. If your bananas are too overripe, they will still taste good but they will be mushy.
  • If they start to get too soft, they are done. Be careful to not overcook them!
  • The quality of the oil can affect how the banana rounds taste, so make sure yur oil is fresh and a good quality brand.
  • You can substitute granulated Splenda (or equivalent), however white sugar works best.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 155kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 422mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 75IU | Vitamin C: 10.2mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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Front view of pan fried cinnamon bananas stacked in columns and rows on a white plate

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Pan Fried Cinnamon Bananas |DizzyBusyandHungry.com - Quick and easy recipe for overripe bananas, perfect for a special breakfast or an afternoon snack!

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  1. Cheri

    May 30, 2015 at 1:41 pm

    Just made these (1/2 recipe) and substituted 1/2 of the sugar with Stevia. Very good, but also very sweet, so I mixed them into a bowl of oatmeal with walnuts and dried cranberries. Delicious! Thank you for a simple and tasty recipe!

    Reply
    • Kristin King

      May 30, 2015 at 7:19 pm

      Yay! Glad you liked them. Thanks for stopping by! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Amelia

    May 8, 2015 at 6:38 am

    These look so yummy! What a great idea – I have to try this!

    Reply
  3. Tracey

    March 26, 2015 at 11:11 pm

    Hi! What a great easy recipe 🙂 🙂 🙂 I just made some and they are delicious! I used apple bananas because my neighbor had given me a BUNCH…great way to use them up.

    Reply
    • Kristin King

      March 29, 2015 at 7:32 am

      Glad to hear you liked this, Tracey! I have never heard of apple bananas, I will have to look that up. Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  4. Sue

    January 19, 2015 at 4:05 pm

    Can they be made without and sugar or artificial sugar?

    Reply
    • Kristin King

      January 19, 2015 at 4:37 pm

      Hi Sue, I am sure you could try using honey and see how they turn out. I have not done it myself so I would be interested to know how that works out for you. I appreciate you stopping by!

      Reply
    • trancuan

      November 11, 2015 at 9:00 pm

      The great thing about bananas (especially over ripe ones) is that they are sweet all on their own! I suggest adding nothing after frying and you will still greatly enjoy!

      Reply
  5. Matthew

    December 29, 2014 at 9:22 pm

    Tried them and worked out great! Replaced the olive oil with coconut oil and added a little vanilla extract instead of sugar. Once I had them in the bowl I added chopped walnuts and raisins. Awesome power breakfast! Thanks!

    Reply
    • Kristin King

      January 2, 2015 at 7:47 am

      Great ideas! I recently discovered coconut oil and I was thinking to experiment with using it in this recipe, so it is good to know that you tried it and it worked out. I am so glad you liked these. Thanks for stopping by and letting me know! 🙂

      Reply
      • Karen

        January 19, 2015 at 11:27 am

        What about using butter?

      • Kristin King

        January 19, 2015 at 1:41 pm

        Hi Karen! I have not tried using butter myself, but I imagine that it would be really good. If you are adventurous and decide to try it, I would love to hear how it turns out! Maybe I will try it myself the next time I make this as well, because now you have me curious. Thanks for stopping by!

      • ak

        April 10, 2015 at 4:28 pm

        Butter could be delicious but burns rather easily. I think the suggestion to use coconut oil is excellent. It works great with fried plantains so no reason it shouldn’t work with bananas!

      • Kristin King

        April 11, 2015 at 2:04 pm

        I totally agree!

  6. Irene Coleman

    December 22, 2014 at 1:21 pm

    I don’t know what I did wrong with the pan fried cinnamon and banana, for my family that was not a good experience. But that’s ok, other recipes offered are delicious.

    Reply
    • Kristin King

      December 23, 2014 at 8:11 am

      Hi Irene, I am sorry to hear you did not have a good experience with this recipe! If the bananas are a little too overripe, sometimes that can be the issue. I have found that it works best when they are just a teeny bit overripe. I am glad you have found other recipes on my site that you like, though! Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  7. Kristin

    July 4, 2014 at 9:13 pm

    I tried to make these tonight and they got very mushy. Are they supposed to be? Maybe I sliced them too thin.

    Reply
    • Kristin King

      July 7, 2014 at 8:35 pm

      Mine are definitely softer after cooking, but I wouldn’t say they were super-mushy. Yes, I think slicing them a little thicker next time might help. Luckily they taste good either way! 🙂

      Reply
  8. Rebecca

    June 19, 2014 at 10:18 am

    How long are these good for after you make them? Refrigerate them? Or could they be frozen?

    Reply
    • Kristin King

      June 22, 2014 at 12:24 pm

      Hi Rebecca! That is a really good question. We have always eaten them right after we make them. I have never had any leftovers! But if you try refrigerating them or freezing them, I would be interested to hear how they hold up. Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  9. Anyonita

    June 11, 2014 at 10:19 am

    I’m dreaming about these over ice cream with lots of fudge sauce! That would be the ULTIMATE banana split! They look fabulous, Kristin!

    Reply
  10. Maggie at The Love Nerds

    June 10, 2014 at 12:38 am

    Oh yum! These look absolutely amazing and totally up my alley! Can’t wait to give them a try.

    Reply
  11. Krystal

    May 8, 2014 at 2:51 pm

    These look really great. I can’t wait to try them.

    Reply
  12. Mary Ellen

    May 7, 2014 at 6:28 pm

    These look so good I wish I had some bananas!

    Reply
  13. Boni

    April 14, 2014 at 4:51 pm

    I made these last night and they were terrific! Thanks for a great recipe. Satisfied my sweet tooth.

    Reply
    • Kristin King

      April 15, 2014 at 6:11 am

      I am so glad you enjoyed them! 🙂 Thanks for letting me know!

      Reply
      • Jennifer

        September 14, 2016 at 1:18 pm

        Can these be made ahead?

      • Kristin King

        September 15, 2016 at 6:12 pm

        I haven’t tried it, but to be honest I am not so sure they would be as good if made ahead of time. I would recommend eating them right when they are made. But, if you try it, definitely let me know how it turns out!

  14. Kassie

    March 30, 2014 at 12:02 pm

    Splenda is extent toxic, artificial Sweeteners are horrible for you.

    Reply
    • Kathie

      March 16, 2016 at 9:48 pm

      Maybe substitute with honey.

      Reply
      • KAREN BRYAR

        November 2, 2016 at 4:55 pm

        Can you freeze these?

      • Kristin King

        November 2, 2016 at 6:02 pm

        I have never been able to keep them around long enough to freeze them, so I am not sure if that would work well. But you could certainly try! Let me know how they turn out once you thaw them and eat them! 🙂

      • Christine R

        December 8, 2016 at 12:10 am

        Who says they need to be thawed at all? Put some wax paper on a cookie tray and line them on there individually. Once frozen toss them into a ziploc bag and eat them as a frozen snack. Yummy!

      • Kristin King

        December 8, 2016 at 6:08 pm

        I gotta say, that never occurred to me, but it’s a great idea! 🙂

  15. Kimberly

    March 1, 2014 at 3:13 pm

    Already pinned it! Everything about this sounds fantastic. I bet it will make a great topping on something as well. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  16. cathy

    February 28, 2014 at 10:15 am

    love, love this recipe! What a great way to enjoy bananas!
    Checking this out from get him fed link party! Yummy!
    Cathy

    Reply
  17. Nicole ~ Cooking for Keeps

    February 21, 2014 at 4:46 pm

    Oooo this look so good!!! They’d totally be amazing on some vanilla ice cream too!

    Reply
  18. Edward Antrobus

    February 21, 2014 at 12:53 pm

    I’d say 90% of the time, we go through about 2/3 of the hand of bananas and wind up making banana bread from the rest 2 weeks later.

    Reply
  19. miss messy

    February 20, 2014 at 6:14 pm

    These look soooo cool! Simple but delicious!

    Reply
  20. M. J. Joachim

    February 20, 2014 at 2:37 pm

    Since finding out I’m gluten intolerant, banana bread is no longer an option for overripe bananas – though I have used gf flour once or twice to make it anyway. Your recipe sounds positively delicious, and I’m looking forward to trying it out. Thanks.
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    • SueG

      January 15, 2015 at 9:10 am

      Try this website, there is a great grain free banana bread recipe here amongst lots of others. It’s quick and easy to make and tastes great.
      http://civilizedcavemancooking.com/recipes/desserts/paleo-banana-bread/

      Reply
    • Cheesesteak

      August 23, 2017 at 10:39 am

      I’ve been making banana bread using almond flour with a touch of coconut flour mixed in…added choc chips for flavor 🙂

      Reply
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