A natural sweetness and wholesome goodness snack that captures the essence of ripe bananas retaining a golden yellow color with preserved fruity flavor and nutritional benefits. Dried bananas are a natural source of potassium, an essential mineral, that supports heart health, prompts muscle function, retains dietary fiber, contributes to digestive health, contains essential nutrients including vitamins and minerals, and is a natural energy boost. They are a versatile addition to various dishes such as cereal, granola bars, salads, savory dishes of rice or grain bowls, a standalone snack, snack mix, trail mix, baked goods such as muffins, cookies, and cakes, yogurt toppings, smoothie bowls, shakes, and desserts such as puddings, ice cream, and fruit salads.