The Banana Cookbook: 50 Simple and Delicious Recipes

There's more to the banana than meets the eye

We all know and love bananas as a quick and tasty snack that can help fuel us through the day. But you might not realise that these beauties are an endlessly versatile ingredient. From breakfast delights through to show-stopping desserts, this book contains dozens of simple and delicious recipes, including:

- Fluffy banana and walnut pancakes

- Matcha and banana cupcakes with caramelised peanuts

- Avocado and banana smoothie

- Classic banana bread

- Miracle banana ice cream

Whether you're vegan or gluten-free, in need of a quick bite or hankering for some good old comfort food, there's plenty in these pages that will leave you nourished, satisfied and truly thankful for this humble yellow fruit.

Sam Brooks is a freelance writer and editor, with interests in cookery, fitness, modern art and meditation. They live near the coast in Cornwall, England.