Snack
Banana Wheels
Perfect first finger food - naturally sweet, soft, and perfectly sized for tiny hands
Storage
Cool quickly. Refrigerate within 2 hours. Reheat until steaming hot. Defrost in the fridge/microwave and eat within 24 hours of defrosting.
Prep: 1mCook: 0mServes: 1 toddler12m+
Mess Level
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Moderate Mess
Ingredients
Portion ControlAdjust the portion size to match your toddler's appetite, offering small servings and allowing them to ask for more if still hungry.
Original Recipe
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- 1 ripe banana (yellow with few brown spots)
- Optional: thin dusting of ground cinnamon
- Optional: tiny pinch of ground ginger
Frequently Asked Questions
Cost Breakdown
Banana£0.25
Cinnamon£0.02
Total Cost:£0.27
Nutrition Per Serving
105
Calories
1g
Protein
27g
Carbs
0g
Fat
3g
Fiber
422mg
Potassium
Safety Notes
- Ensure pieces are not too small or too large
- Always supervise during eating
- Remove any brown or stringy parts
- Check banana is appropriate ripeness - not too hard or too soft
Chef's Tips
- Choose bananas with yellow skin and minimal brown spots for best texture
- Cut pieces just before serving to prevent browning
- If banana browns quickly, lightly brush with lemon juice
- Perfect size is about the width of your child's thumb
- Let your child explore and squish - it's part of learning!
For Picky Eaters
Frozen Wheels
Freeze banana wheels for a soothing teething snack
Mashed Version
Mash banana if child prefers smoother textures
Mixed with Yogurt
Serve alongside Greek yogurt for dipping
Smaller Pieces
Cut into smaller pieces if child prefers bite-sized foods
Categories
No cooking requiredSingle ingredientNatural sweetnessHigh potassiumPerfect finger foodTeething friendlyBudget friendlyAlways available