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    Home > Recipes > Snacks

    Almond Butter Banana Chimichanga

    Published: May 29, 2018 · Modified: Sep 13, 2020 by Whitney Reist · This post may contain affiliate links |

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    This recipe for an Almond Butter Banana Chimichanga is a healthy, easy banana recipe that is great for a kid-friendly lunch, snack, or even dessert!

    A sliced almond butter banana chimichanga on a green plate with a jelly knife on the side.
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    About the recipe:

    This easy banana chimichanga recipe is one of the prized recipes I keep in my arsenal of dishes that help me get a meal on the table quickly. Whether it's lunch, a lazy dinner, or even when I make a half-size for a healthy dessert, they never fail to satisfy because of the crispy exterior and gooey, melty interior!

    Traditionally, a chimichanga is a deep-fried burrito that you find on many Tex Mex and Mexican-American restaurant menus. They are indulgent for sure, but if you get a good one, it's totally worth the splurge!

    I'm putting a peanut butter and jelly twist on it and filling a hearty whole-grain wrap with almond butter, banana, and my favorite strawberry jam. You can change it up easily by using any nut or seed butter, jam flavor, or even subbing in honey or Nutella for the jam.

    What really takes this dish to the next level is crisping the wrap in a hot skillet so that the flavors of the nut butter, jam, and banana melt together as the inside of the burrito gets warm and gooey!

    Straight-on shot of a whole grain wrap with a banana, almond butter, and jam inside sitting on a green plate.

    Ingredients

    • 1 whole grain tortilla or wrap - use gluten-free if needed
    • 2 tablespoons almond butter or peanut butter - use sunflower seed butter for nut allergies
    • 1 tablespoon strawberry jam - or any other flavor of jam or Nutelle
    • 1 medium banana

    Instructions

    Step 1: Preheat a medium skillet over medium-low heat. While the skillet heats spread the almond butter and jam in the center of the wrap.

    Step 2: Slice the banana into 3 large pieces and place on top of the almond butter/jam. Wrap up the banana burrito-style.

    Step 3: Add a little butter, vegan butter, or coconut oil to the preheated skillet and cook the wrap for about 2 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. If the skillet gets too hot, turn the heat to low and let the wrap sit inside for another couple of minutes so the filling warms throughout. Serve hot!

    Straight on view of a hand holding half of a whole grain almond butter wrap with a banana inside against a white background.

    Serving suggestions:

    Since this is such a quick and easy recipe, I'd recommend serving it with something equally as simple:

    • Veggie sticks with Creamy Avocado Ranch Dressing or hummus
    • A side salad, like this Simple Kale Salad
    • A yogurt cup for calcium and protein
    • Wedges of cheese or a string cheese

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    Are you ready to make this Almond Butter Banana Chimichanga? I’m so excited for you to try this recipe. Once you get the chance to make it, please let me know how it turns out for you!

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    Recipe

    A sliced banana chimichanga on a green plate.

    Almond Butter Banana Chimichangas

    This recipe for a Banana Almond Butter Chimichanga is a great way to take classic PB&J and takes it to the next level by really making it something special! Make it for an easy lunch or delicious filling snack after a workout!
    Tried this recipe?Mention @sweetcayenne5 or tag #sweetcayenne!
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    Prep Time: 2 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 8 minutes minutes
    Servings: 1 serving

    Ingredients

    • 1 large whole grain wrap, or gluten-free wrap
    • 2 tablespoons almond butter (substitute w/ any nut or seed butter)
    • 1 tablespoon strawberry jam (substitute with any jam, honey, or Nutella
    • 1 medium banana

    Instructions

    • Preheat a medium skillet over medium-low heat.
    • While the skillet heats, spread the almond butter and jam in the center of the wrap.
    • Slice the banana into 3 large pieces and place on top of the almond butter/jam.
    • Wrap up the banana burrito-style.
    • Add a little butter, vegan butter, or coconut oil to the preheated skillet and cook the wrap for about 2 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Reduce the heat if it gets to hot and let the wrap get warm inside over low heat. Slice and serve while hot!

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    Serving: 1Chimichanga | Calories: 427kcal

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    1. Jenn says

      June 11, 2018 at 11:58 am

      Just made this and ❤️ it! ????????????????

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      • Whitney Reist says

        June 12, 2018 at 7:54 am

        That's awesome! So glad you enjoyed it - thanks for letting me know!

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