From banana toffee tart, frozen banana yogurt and the much-loved banana split...

<p>April 19th, marks <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/bananas/asda-growers-selection-loose-banana-order-by-number-of-bananas-or-select-kg/20332" target="_blank">Banana</a> Day! A whole day dedicated to those yellow, a-peel-ing tropical fruits.</p><p>The delicious fruit tastes great served au natural, mashed or baked so it&rsquo;s no surprise that there&rsquo;s a whole day set aside to pay homage to the humble <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/bananas/asda-growers-selection-loose-banana-order-by-number-of-bananas-or-select-kg/20332" target="_blank">banana</a>. But did you know that the bright yellow bunches of goodness, that we know and love, come in more than 1,000 varieties?</p><p>And if you thought that was impressive, wait until you hear that the banana tree, which the fruit is grown on, isn't a plant - it's a herb!</p><p>Whether they&rsquo;re green, perfectly yellow or terribly bruised &ndash; to help celebrate the fruit in all its glory, we&rsquo;ve rounded up 15 of our favourite recipes that champion the brilliant banana.</p><p><h2>Banana muffins</h2>Muffins are easier to make than cakes, so <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/banana-muffins" target="_blank">these are ideal</a> for little fingers.</p><p><center></p><p><img alt="imageRecipeBananaMuffins-2x__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/imageRecipeBananaMuffins-2x__square_GL?scl=1"></center></p><p><h2>Dairy-free poppy seed and banana pancake</h2></p><p><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/dairy-free-poppy-seed-and-banana-pancakes" target="_blank">These delicious</a> banana pancakes are perfect for anyone following a dairy-free diet.</p><p><center> <img alt="dairyfreebananapancake__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/dairyfreebananapancake__square_GL?scl=1"></center></p><p><h2> Banana toffee tart</h2><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/banana-toffee-tart" target="_blank">This banana version</a> of a tarte tatin is so simple. Make sure you use a cake tin with a solid base so the lovely sticky toffee doesn't drip through.</p><p><center></p><p><img alt="banana-toffee-tart__square" class="ci-image ci-hero" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/banana-toffee-tart__square_GL?scl=1"></center></p><p><h2>Frozen banana yogurt with grilled pineapple slices</h2><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/banana-frozen-yogurt-with-grilled-pineapple-slices" target="_blank">This delicious frozen yogurt</a> is a great alternative to ice cream, and it's really easy to make.</p><p><center></p><p><img alt="banana-frozen-yogurt-with-grilled-pineapple-slices-2__square" class="ci-image ci-hero" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/banana-frozen-yogurt-with-grilled-pineapple-slices-2__square_GL?scl=1" style="width: 625px;"></center></p><p><h2>Banana split</h2><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/banana-split" target="_blank">This one's</a> for big kids and little ones and it's a delicious way to cool down on a sunny day.</p><p><center></p><p><img alt="banana-split__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/banana-split__square_GL?scl=1"></center></p><p><h2>Banana & date cake</h2>For a <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/banana-date-cake" target="_blank">strong banana </a><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/banana-date-cake" target="_blank">flavour</a>, use very ripe and soft bananas with skins that are spotty and turning brown.</p><p><center><img alt="banana-date-cake__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/banana-date-cake__square_GL?scl=1"></center></p><p><h2>Banana chips</h2>These <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/banana-chips" target="_blank">crunchy snacks</a> are a tasty combination of sweet and salty flavours.</p><p><center></p><p><img alt="banana-chips__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/banana-chips__square_GL?scl=1"></center></p><p><h2>Banana bread</h2>There's nothing better than a slab of banana bread with a hot cuppa tea, is there?<a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/banana-bread" target="_blank"> This is a fail-safe</a>, no fuss sticky loaf made in one bowl, and the riper the bananas you use the better.</p><p><center></p><p><img alt="banana-bread__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/banana-bread__square_GL?scl=1"></center></p><p><h2>Chocolate banoffee pie</h2>A lovely chocolate cookie crust holds this <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/chocolate-banoffee-pie" target="_blank">wickedly indulgent dessert</a>.</p><p><center><img alt="imageRecipeChocolateBanoffeePie-2x__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/imageRecipeChocolateBanoffeePie-2x__square_GL?scl=1"></center></p><p><h2>banana fritters</h2>These fritters are usually deep-fried, which means they soak up a lot of fat. <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/banana-fritters" target="_blank">Our versions</a> are lightly fried &ndash; but just as tasty!</p><p><center><img alt="banana_fritters__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/banana_fritters__square_GL?scl=1"></center></p><p><h2>Gluten-free banana & pecan cake</h2>This <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/gluten-free-banana-pecan-cake" target="_blank">classic combination</a> makes an ideal treat for everyone to enjoy.</p><p><center></p><p><img alt="gluten-free-banana-pecan-cake__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/gluten-free-banana-pecan-cake__square_GL?scl=1"></center></p><p><h2>chocolate banana parcels</h2><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/chocolate-banana-parcels" target="_blank">These are so easy</a> to make, and they'll be a big hit with the kids. For a change, swap the chocolate for mini marshmallows, fudge or chocolate raisins.</p><p><center><img alt="chocolate-banana-parcels__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/chocolate-banana-parcels__square_GL?scl=1"></center></p><p><h2>Mango and banana trifle</h2>Fruit, cream, custard and sponge. What's not to love? If you're making <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/mango-banana-trifle" target="_blank">this recipe </a>for little ones make sure you replace the rum with extra juice.</p><p><center></p><p><img alt="mango-banana-trifle__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/mango-banana-trifle__square_GL?scl=1"></center></p><p><h2>Banoffee banana and pancake lasagne</h2>Step aside pasta sheets, there's a new lasagne in town. While we love a big slice of lasagne for dinner who says you can't keep the party going with dessert? This <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/sweet-lasagne-recipes" target="_blank">banoffee banana and pancake 'lasagne'</a> will definitely win the hearts of your diners. </p><p><center></p><p><img alt class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/banana-sweet-lasagne-recipe__square_GL?scl=1"></center></p><p><h2>Banana & toffee cream</h2>Ready in 10 minutes, <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/banana-toffee-cream" target="_blank">this after dinner treat</a> makes saying 'yes please' too easy. </p><p><center></p><p><img alt="banana-toffee-cream__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/banana-toffee-cream__square_GL?scl=1"></center></p><p><em>Feeling inspired to whip up a banana-related dish? Make sure you <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/bananas/asda-growers-selection-loose-banana-order-by-number-of-bananas-or-select-kg/20332" target="_blank">pop into Asda</a> or head over to your <a href="http://storelocator.asda.com/#!/" target="_blank">local store</a> to stock up on everything you'll need. </em></p>

15 delicious banana recipes you'll go bonkers for

By ASDA Admin,18th April 2017

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