–– Store at Room Temperature – Keep bananas at room temperature away from direct sunlight to slow down the ripening process. –
– Separate from Other Fruits – Bananas produce ethylene gas, which can speed up the ripening of other fruits, so store them separately. –
– Use a Banana Hanger – Hanging bananas reduces pressure on the fruit and allows air circulation, helping them ripen more slowly. –
– Wrap Stems with Plastic Wrap – Wrapping the stems with plastic wrap slows the release of ethylene gas and prolongs freshness. –
– Refrigerate Ripe Bananas – Once bananas are ripe, place them in the refrigerator to slow down further ripening while keeping them fresh longer. –
– Freeze Overripe Bananas – If bananas are too ripe, freeze them for smoothies or baking instead of letting them spoil. –
– Use a Brown Paper Bag – To accelerate ripening for immediate use, place bananas in a brown paper bag to trap ethylene gas. –
– Store in a Cool, Dry Place – A cool, dry location away from heat sources will help bananas last longer without spoiling. –