A couple of months ago, I was invited to attend the Dole Bananas Blogger Summit at Disneyland, California. We got to try a bunch of wonderful banana recipes and see a little bit of Disneyland and California Adventure thanks to Dole. And I love the facts we learned about bananas.
Did you know you can tenderize a roast with banana peels? Wrap them in the peels while you're marinating it.
Did you know that it's easier to peel a banana from the bottom?
I hadn't been to Disneyland since I was a kid…I'm not sure what age but after moving from Southern California to Florida, I have more memories of Disney World. It was nice to go back to the original Disney Park.
We saw the Enchanted Tiki Room and had Dole Whips – I can't believe this is the first time I had one…they have them at Disney World too…sooooo good!
I had to ride the Star Tours ride too. Hehe
And we had front row seats for an amazing light show called World of Color. Seriously, amazing…watch the video.
And I had one of my new favorite breakfasts…a popular Dole breakfast recipe called Dole Sunrise Pizzas. A must make for anyone that likes waffles and bananas!
Dole Sunrise Pizza
Ingredients
- 2 DOLE® Bananas, peeled
- 4 frozen whole wheat waffles
- 1/4 cup low fat whipped cream cheese
- 1 can, 11 oz DOLE Mandarin Oranges, drained
- 2 tsp honey
- Dash ground cinnamon
- Fresh raspberries or blueberries, optional
Instructions
- Diagonally slice the bananas.
- Heat or cook waffles according to instructions on the package.
- Spread cream cheese onto the waffles. Place banana slices on top of waffles and cream cheese. Add oranges in center of each waffle. Drizzle honey and top with cinnamon. Add berries if desired.
We also got to experiment with the Yonanas machine! A frozen treat maker that makes soft serve out of frozen fruits. I'm all about this machine…
And I love making desserts — I have tons of frozen strawberries and have been making really good strawberry banana soft serve with my Yonanas machine!
Here's how it works…
And now the giveaway…a Yonanas and a 6 month supply of Dole Bananas for a lucky reader – thanks to Dole for this generous giveaway!
this giveaway includes:
- Yonanas Ice Cream Treat Maker
- Coupons for free bananas!
Retail Value: $100
Please use the form below (comments will not count toward entry into the giveaway). Good luck!
This giveaway has ended.
Congrats to the winner, Selinda M!!
Disclosure: This giveaway is sponsored by Dole. A huge thanks to Dole for sponsoring my trip too! As always all opinions are my own and I only share my favorite brands.
KATHRYN MAYHUE says
i have never heard of this machine before. it looks like it would be fun to have.
Rinda Freeman says
Looks so yummy
Ann Mountain says
Banana’s are such a versatile fruit. One of my favorite deserts is jello made with sliced banana’s. Good luck to everyone in this contest.
RICHARD RIGGS says
WONDERFUL
RICHARD RIGGS says
AWESOME
Ann Mountain says
Thanks for the tip about tenderizing a roast in banana peels. I’m going to try it this weekend.
Christine says
Would love this so much! Thank you for the chance!
RICHARD RIGGS says
SOUNDS DELICIOUS
Ilene Mcvea says
Thanks
Sheri Gisser says
YUM! Banana ice cream:)
Angelina says
I just found you and I love your blog !!
RICHARD RIGGS says
EXCELLENT
Mark R. says
I would use it all the time
angela s. says
yum thanks for the chance to win
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12/29 tweet
Shanna@ pineapple and coconut says
Dolewhips are the BEST!!!
Maree says
I’d Surely Put This To Great Use, Have Family Member Who Has A G-Tube, And We Could Use This To Make Great Things That Are Healthier, Thank You For The Chance.
Kathryn Caldwell says
nice
Angela Harrison says
I would love one to eat better.
Chemese says
Winning this would be awesome.
Gidget Shenefield says
This looks like fun and healthy
Suzanne Rogers says
my family would put this to great use.
Kiersten @ Oh My Veggies says
I love banana soft serve! And I love bananas in general. 😀 It looks like an awesome trip!
katie says
ummm first off. I can’t believe this was your first time ever having a DOLE WHIP!?!?! Any time I go to Magic Kingdom it is the first place I go to! Great giveaway and fun facts! I had no idea about the peeling the banana part!
Julie Deily says
I know I know, I can’t believe it either. So glad I finally had one!!
christina moore says
I would love to win this
Ellen Gervits says
Very nice giveaway!