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Nut Butter Banana Roll-Ups

Almond butter and banana wrapped in a whole grain tortilla with a dusting of cinnamon — ready in under 5 minutes.

5 min beginner Yields 2 roll-ups Keeps Best eaten fresh, up to 4 hours wrapped in foil

Ingredients

  • 2 whole grain tortilla (large, about 10 inches)
  • 3 tbsp almond butter (creamy or crunchy)
  • 2 banana (ripe but firm)
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon

Steps

  1. Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spread about 1 1/2 tablespoons of almond butter evenly across the entire surface, leaving about a half-inch border at the edges.
  2. Place a whole banana along one edge of the tortilla. If the banana is too long, trim it to fit.
  3. Dust the cinnamon evenly over the almond butter — it should be a light, even layer.
  4. Roll the tortilla tightly around the banana, tucking the edge as you go to keep it snug. The almond butter acts as glue to seal the roll.
  5. Slice each roll-up in half on a diagonal for easier eating, or wrap whole in foil or parchment paper for on-the-go snacking. Repeat with the second tortilla.

Why It Works

This is one of those snacks where simplicity is the point. The banana provides natural sweetness and sustained energy from its potassium and natural sugars, while the almond butter adds protein and healthy fats that slow digestion and keep you full longer. The whole grain tortilla holds everything together without the mess of eating a banana and a jar of nut butter separately in a moving car.

Tips

  • Variation. Drizzle a thin line of raw honey over the almond butter before rolling for extra sweetness, or add a tablespoon of chia seeds for crunch and fiber.
  • Storage. Wrap tightly in foil or parchment paper right after rolling. These are best eaten within a few hours — the banana will brown and soften the tortilla over time.
  • For kids. Slice into pinwheel rounds instead of halves for a fun, bite-sized version that is easier for small hands to manage.

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