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Sweet banana and coconut bar
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Banana Coconut Bars (40 g) has 168 calories. That works out to 421 calories per 100 g. It contains 23.3 g of carbs, 1.9 g of protein, 8 g of fat and 2.8 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Manganese covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g
168
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
23.3g
· 8% DV
Protein
1.9g
· 4% DV
Fat
8g
· 10% DV
Fiber
2.8g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 4% · Fat 42%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 168 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 6.72 g | 34% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 38 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 23.3 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% |
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 30 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 211 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 253 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 80 g | 337 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 421 kcal |
| 1 pack (triple) | 120 g | 505 kcal |
Calculated from 421 calories per 100 g.
Banana Coconut Bars can include fruit and coconut, but they are still a sweet, energy-dense snack. Added sugar and fats vary by recipe, so a modest piece works better as an occasional treat than as a meal replacement.
To make Banana Coconut Bars, mash ripe bananas, mix them with coconut and the recipe’s other ingredients, then press the mixture firmly into a pan. Bake or chill it according to the recipe, and let it set before cutting.
Banana and coconut are the defining ingredients in Banana Coconut Bars. Recipes may also use oats, nuts, dried fruit, or a binder to help the mixture hold together, so check the specific recipe or product for its full ingredient list.
Store Banana Coconut Bars in a sealed container in the refrigerator to keep them fresh and prevent them from absorbing other food odors. Because they contain banana, avoid leaving them at room temperature for extended periods.
Yes, Banana Coconut Bars can be frozen. Separate the pieces so they do not stick together, place them in an airtight container, and thaw them in the refrigerator before serving; the texture may be softer after thawing.
Yes, you can make no-bake Banana Coconut Bars by mixing the ingredients, pressing them firmly into a pan, and chilling until set. They may be softer than baked bars, so give the mixture enough time to firm up before slicing.
Banana Coconut Bars often fall apart when the mixture is too dry, not firmly pressed, or cut before it has set. Compress the mixture in the pan and chill or cool it fully; adjust the recipe’s moist binder if the mixture still crumbles.
Yes, overripe bananas work well in Banana Coconut Bars. Soft bananas are easy to mash and bring more sweetness, but discard any fruit that is moldy or spoiled rather than using it in the mixture.
Banana Coconut Bars do not have one widely established traditional origin; they are a modern homemade-style sweet found in many recipe variations. Their ingredients and preparation differ, so they are not tied to a single regional cooking tradition.
Banana Coconut Bars pair well with coffee, tea, or plain yogurt. Since they are sweet and coconut-rich, an unsweetened drink or a tangy side makes a good contrast without adding another sugary topping.
Vitamins
B6
0.09mg · 5% DV
Biotin
0.84µg · 3% DV
B2
0.03mg · 2% DV
B3
0.36mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.37mg · 16% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
38mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
21mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
124mg · 4% DV
Sodium
38mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 168 calories in 1 piece (medium) (40 g):
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Banana Coconut Bars are sweet, compact treats that bring together ripe banana and coconut. They are a home-style bar rather than a dish tied to one particular region, and recipes can vary in how the ingredients are combined. Expect a soft, dense bite with a gently chewy texture and a pronounced fruity, coconut flavour. They work as a small dessert or an afternoon snack, and pair naturally with tea or coffee. Nutritionally, they are mainly a source of carbohydrate and fat, with some fibre; each 100 g provides 6.9 g of fibre. For a lighter snack, have a small piece alongside fresh fruit or plain yoghurt rather than serving it as a large dessert.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
6.72g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.68g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 17:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (17:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.