Dole Bobby Bananas

Our beautiful 'baby bananas'

Not really babies as such, but Bobby Bananas are specifically selected for their size and eating quality. Dole Bobby Bananas grow at the lower end of the stem, so while they are smaller in size than regular bananas, they tend to be sweeter, and they still contain all the natural goodness of regular bananas. Their small size and sweet taste make them loved by children and perfect for the school lunch box.

Bananas are good for you. With no cholesterol and almost fat free this healthy fruit is a Dole Superfood for energy. Find out why. And learn more about nutrition

How to select

Dole Bobby Bananas are sold in bags of 850gms. Choose bananas according to the peel colour and ripeness desired. Select full-yellow bananas for salads or immediate eating. Use fully ripe bananas with speckles on the peel for baking, smoothies, or recipes that specify mashed bananas.

How to store

Take the bananas out of the bag and store at room temperature. The warmer it is, the faster the bananas will ripen. To slow ripening, refrigerate (peel will turn black, but the fruit inside will be fresh and ripe). Bananas can be frozen once the banana is peeled and stored in a freezer bag until ready to use (use a bit of fresh lemon juice to reduce browning).

How to use

One of the most convenient foods, bananas come in their own wrapping! Just peel and eat; a perfect size for children; great in the lunch box. If using bananas in salads, prevent pieces from browning by tossing them in pineapple or lemon juice before adding. Try Bobby Bananas in some of our banana recipes or have a look in the Kids recipe section of this site.