Mornings can be hectic, but that doesn’t mean breakfast has to be skipped—or worse, replaced with something overly processed.

Blend bananas with yogurt or milk until smooth, pour in a bowl and top with fruits like berries or kiwi. Add granola or seeds ...

Sour cream, cocoa powder, and melted butter take this from breakfast banana bread to a decadent dessert chocolate banana cake. Julia Levy is an eater, maker and dabbler in all things food.