Description
A fun and quick recipe for Banana Sushi, featuring bananas wrapped in a tortilla with a spread of peanut butter, cream cheese, or Nutella, topped with crunchy or fruity toppings. This no-cook snack is perfect for kids and adults alike, combining creamy, sweet, and crunchy textures in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Peanut Butter Banana Sushi
- 1 taco-size flour tortilla (gluten-free tortillas work great, too!)
- 1 ripe but firm banana (peeled)
- 3 tablespoons peanut butter (divided)
- ½ cup chopped peanuts
Cream Cheese and Strawberry Banana Sushi
- 1 taco-size flour tortilla (gluten-free tortillas work great, too!)
- 1 ripe but firm banana (peeled)
- 3 tablespoons softened cream cheese (divided)
- 2 strawberries (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons crushed freeze-dried strawberries
Nutella and Coconut Banana Sushi
- 1 taco-size flour tortilla (gluten-free tortillas work great, too!)
- 1 ripe but firm banana (peeled)
- 3 tablespoons Nutella (divided)
- 2 tablespoons shredded coconut
Instructions
- Spread the base: Lay one of the tortillas flat on a cutting board, and spread 2 tablespoons of the chosen spread (peanut butter, cream cheese, or Nutella) evenly over the top to create a smooth layer.
- Position the banana: Place the peeled banana at one end of the tortilla. If the banana is quite curved, carefully straighten it out a bit, even if it cracks a little, for easier rolling.
- Roll up tightly: Starting at the end with the banana, roll the tortilla snugly around it, similar to rolling someone up tightly in a rug. Once rolled, place the tortilla roll seam-side down on the cutting board to keep it secure.
- Add topping: Take the remaining 1 tablespoon of the chosen spread and spread it evenly over the top of the tortilla roll. Immediately sprinkle your topping choice over the roll—chopped peanuts for peanut butter, crushed freeze-dried strawberries for cream cheese, or shredded coconut for Nutella.
- Slice and serve: Using a sharp knife, slice the tortilla roll into roughly 1-inch sushi pieces. Arrange on a plate and serve with chopsticks for a fun presentation.
Notes
- You can substitute flour tortillas with gluten-free options for those with gluten sensitivities.
- If bananas are overly ripe and soft, the roll may be harder to assemble—choose firm but ripe bananas for best results.
- Feel free to mix and match toppings and spreads according to taste preferences.
- This recipe is a no-cook snack, making it great for quick preparation and minimal cleanup.
- For extra fun, try adding a drizzle of honey or a sprinkle of cinnamon before rolling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Banana sushi, banana snack, no-cook snack, peanut butter banana, Nutella banana, cream cheese banana, kid-friendly snack, healthy snack, quick recipe
