Discarding banana peels means missing out on a potentially tasty and nutritious snack.
Research from last year reveals that blanching, drying, and grinding banana peels into flour can result in baked goods as delicious, if not tastier, than wheat-based products.
Many may not have considered cooking with banana peels, but it is not only safe but also has surprising benefits.
Scientists demonstrated the safety and nutritional value of banana peels in cooking.
Consumers who participated in taste tests reported being just as satisfied with the flavors of banana peel-based baked goods as with traditional sugar cookies.
The article notes that unless someone follows vegan cooking blogs or is a fan of Nigella Lawson, using banana peels in cooking might not have been considered.
Safety Assurance: The safety of using banana peels in cooking is emphasized.
Results from the taste tests indicated that consumers were pleased with the flavors of products made with banana peels.