Preserving bananas in the freezer can be a great help for trying to bake. However, you might be thawing them the wrong way. Here are some tips to try.

This easy five-step process to defrost bananas will make sure the fruit is ready for baking banana bread or blending a smoothie in just a few minutes.

You'll need to thaw out those frozen bananas before incorporating them into any recipe that will be baked. There are several methods to use, but which is best?

Enter: freezing bananas. Here's the thing: freezing and thawing bananas leads to somewhat mushy fruit, so you won't want to eat them as-is, which means they're perfect for baking and blending.

You can defrost frozen bananas in the refrigerator or at room temperature, though the amount of time they will require to thaw will vary depending on the method used and size of the banana pieces.

How to Thaw Slices: Remove a pre-wrapped slice of banana bread and leave it on the countertop for about 20 to 30 minutes.