Banana in a Blanket

Banana in a Blanket
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This kid friendly recipe incorporates three food groups from MyPlate: Grain, Fruit, and Protein, ideal for breakfast or healthy snacks. 

Banana in a blanket
Photo by Marusa Jonas
Yield: 1 serving
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
  • 1 (6-inch) whole wheat tortilla
  • 1 Tablespoon creamy peanut butter
  • 1 Tablespoon cereal, crunchy nugget type or other variety
  • 1 banana, gently rubbed under cold running water
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)

Directions:

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Lay tortilla on a plate.
  3. Spread peanut butter evenly on tortilla.
  4. Sprinkle cereal over peanut butter.
  5. Peel banana and place on tortilla.
  6. Drizzle honey or maple syrup on banana (optional).
  7. Roll the tortilla up.

Nutrition Information:

  • Serving Size (1 recipe):
  • Calories: 340
  • Total Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Fiber: 4g, includes 7g Added Sugars
  • Protein: 8g
  • Calcium: 4%
  • Potassium: 10%
Nutrition Software Used: ESHA Food Processor