Warm Cinnamon Banana with Almond Butter
A soothing late-night treat combining warm sliced banana, creamy almond butter, and Greek yogurt dusted with aromatic cinnamon. Quick to prepare and gentle on digestion before bedtime.
Prep
3 min
Cook
1 min
Total
4 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Caitlin + Lila
Caitlin created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
A better-fueled day
Make regular eating and hydration easier
Use this meal as an easy anchor for regular food and a glass of water—two simple things that can get lost on a busy day.
Notice: timing + hydration
Comfort before bed
Finish the evening satisfied, not stuffed
A well-portioned evening meal can help you avoid going to bed hungry. Notice which timing and portion feel most comfortable for you.
Notice: dinner timing + comfort
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
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Prep
3 min
Cook
1 min
Total
4 min
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Equipment
Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Store leftover unused banana half tightly wrapped in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
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Instructions
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Slice 0.5 medium banana into thin rounds and place them in a small microwave-safe dish.
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Heat the banana slices in the microwave…
Heat the banana slices in the microwave on HIGH for 20 seconds until soft and fragrant.
Look for: soft and fragrant
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Spoon 2 tbsp of plain Greek yogurt…
Spoon 2 tbsp of plain Greek yogurt alongside the warm banana slices.
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Drizzle 1 tbsp of almond butter over…
Drizzle 1 tbsp of almond butter over the banana and yogurt.
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Sprinkle 0.25 tsp of ground cinnamon evenly over the top and serve immediately.
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