Banana Cutter

Banana Cutter: One Press, a Whole Sliced Banana

This banana cutter is one of those simple gadgets that turns out to be really useful on busy mornings. Peel a banana, set it on a plate, lay the cutter over it and press down. The whole banana is sliced into even rounds at once.

As banana slicers go, this banana cutting tool is about as simple as it gets. It's shaped like a banana, made of yellow plastic, with a row of blades along its length. Some people call it a banana chopper, since it cuts the whole fruit in one go. No knife, no cutting board, and it takes about two seconds.

Who needs a banana slicer?

Parents slicing bananas for cereal, oatmeal and toddler plates every day get the most out of it. It's also a nice way to let kids help in the kitchen, since there's no sharp knife involved (an adult should still keep an eye on them). And it's light enough to toss in a lunch bag or take on a trip.

Ways to use your banana slices

• On cereal, yogurt or overnight oats
• In or on top of pancakes and waffles
• In fruit salads and smoothie bowls
• Frozen on a tray for smoothies later
• As finger food for little kids

Getting the best results

Line the cutter up with the curve of the banana before you press, and push down firmly and evenly. If a few slices stay stuck in the blades, push them out with your finger. A very straight or extra-long banana may need two presses. Firm, just-ripe bananas slice the cleanest. Very soft ones tend to squish.

Cleaning

Rinse it under the tap right after use. Banana dries sticky, so don't let it sit.

Shipping: free shipping on all US orders, with delivery in about 7 to 20 business days. Canada takes about 10 to 25 business days, and other countries about 15 to 40.

If your mornings start with a banana, this one pays for itself fast. Add it to your cart, and see more fruit slicers and other handy kitchen tools.