Banana & Plantain Box | Fresh Tropical Fruit

from $49.00

Apple Bananas AKA Manzano Bananas or just Manzanos are delicious! They are not just the mini-me of regular bananas, they have their very own unique taste, and they are one of the most popular dessert fruits in the world popular in Central, South America, and Southeast Asia among many places. Apple Bananas are unmistakably chubby and cute, their texture is creamy, and the flavor is a little bit more sweet and tart. Make no mistake, this is still a banana although about half the size. No, they are not the snack version of a regular banana, I know you were thinking just that. The dark brown or black spots are actually good news! Unlike other varieties, when they look like they are overripe and are soft to the touch, they are ready to eat! The spots mean that they are just getting nice and sweet super ready for you to enjoy.Apple Bananas are one of our favorite bananas and we like to have them year-round. They are easily available, and we think they are pretty special. Get your Box today and let us know how you liked them!

Create Your Own Tropical Roots Box

$89.00

You asked for it and we delivered! Pick your own roots, peppers, plantains, and other seasonal produce. How does it work? Choose above by clicking or tapping 3 to 6 types of roots or other items and we’ll fill up the box to the very top. If you’d like more quantity of one than another, you can just let us know in the notes at checkout. Simple. How much in the Box? At least 16 pounds of actual roots and or the other items you picked. Since the roots, peppers and other items are different shapes, sizes, and weights, we always err in your favor, so you get a little more. If you have a favorite one, let us know in the “notes” at checkout and we will do our best to put extra!

Red Banana Box

from $79.00

This box brings you fresh red bananas in your choice of 8 or 12 pound sizes. Known to the fancy scientists as Musa acuminata Red Dacca, the red banana wears a striking red-purple peel and hides creamy flesh with a warm orangish tint. They are slightly plumper than yellow bananas, and noticeably sweeter, denser, and juicier, with a red banana taste some fans compare to a banana soufflé with a whisper of raspberry. Let them ripen on the counter; when the peel lightens a bit and the fruit gives gently to the touch, they are ready. Eat them as you would any banana, straight from the peel or sliced into bowls. Every order ships with our Arrive Fresh Guarantee, so your red bananas arrive unbruised and ready to ripen. Why Choose Red Bananas from Tropical Fruit Box? • Freshness Guaranteed: Your red bananas arrive firm and unbruised, ready to finish ripening on your counter, backed by our Arrive Fresh Guarantee: get it fresh or we'll make it right. • Sourced Direct: We source our red bananas from trusted growers in tropical growing regions and pack them carefully so the plump hands travel safely to your door. • Free Shipping on Every U.S. Order: Delivered straight to your doorstep with no minimums and no added fees. • Women-Powered, Family-Driven: Tropical Fruit Box is a women-powered small business in Miami, and red bananas are a favorite conversation starter among our Tropifruiters. Best Ways to Enjoy Red Bananas Straight from the Peel A perfectly ripe red banana needs nothing at all. Wait until the peel lightens and the fruit softens slightly, then peel and enjoy the sweet, dense, creamy flesh that fans describe as a banana soufflé. Blended into Smoothies Red bananas are natural smoothie companions. Their extra sweetness and creamy density give any blend a rich, satisfying body, and they pair with pretty much anything healthy you want to toss in alongside them. Baked into Desserts The proof is in the banana pudding. Use red bananas anywhere a recipe calls for the yellow kind, from breads and muffins to puddings and pancakes, and enjoy the deeper sweetness they bring to every bite. A Natural Pick for Sweet-Toothed Banana Fans If regular bananas have started to feel a little routine, the red banana is your upgrade. Anyone with a sweet tooth who loves creamy tropical fruits like mango or ripe plantain will feel right at home here.

Banana Bonanza Box

$89.00

Here is a quiz for you. Do you know the difference between a banana and a plantain? Think about it, most people haven’t given much thought to this but here at Tropical Fruit Box, our staff brainiacs are always thinking about fruit so here goes…ready? The banana, you can eat raw and the plantain, you better cook. Plantains are larger, of much harder consistency, and require preparation although we hear that some people eat the Hawaiian plantain raw, but you know, to each its own. So, without further ado, for all of you plantain and banana lovers, we give you the Banana Bonanza Box! What’s inside? Manzano Apple Bananas, Red Bananas, and Burro Plantains. Here is a little about each. Manzano Apple 🍌Banana Cluster - These are like mini bananas that taste like a cross between an apple and a banana and believe it or not, are one of the most popular dessert fruits in the world. Red Bananas - No, they are not angry, they are just a little blushed. They are sweeter, plumper and some will say have a raspberry-ish finish. They are more pudding-like and have an awesome texture which you should try if you are trying to change things up. Burro Plantain - This is the powerhouse of cooking plantains. You can use them green or ripe for many dishes. It’s tangier than a regular plantain and when it’s ripe, it’s very creamy and citrusy. Definitely something to live for. This box has about 8 pounds of bananas and plantains that will help you break the boring meal regime you’ve been keeping in quarantine. We totally feel you. Order your Banana Bonanza Box today.

Hawaiian Plantains Box

from $59.00

Hawaiian plantains, the beloved cooking bananas of tropical kitchens, transform from starchy and savory when green to caramel-sweet when golden and ripe, and every stage of that journey ships fresh to your door. Hawaiian Plantains, Starchy Green to Sweet Golden This box brings you fresh Hawaiian plantains in Small (5 pounds), Medium (8 pounds), and Large (16 pounds) sizes, sourced from trusted growers in tropical growing regions. A Hawaiian plantain looks like an oversized banana with a thicker skin, but the kitchen treats it like a vegetable: firm, starchy, and made for cooking rather than eating raw. Green plantains taste savory and almost potato-like, perfect for frying crisp. Left on the counter, the peel slowly turns yellow and then nearly black as the starches sweeten, and that is when they caramelize beautifully in a hot pan. The transformation happens slower than it does with bananas, so there is no rush to use them. Every order ships with our Arrive Fresh Guarantee, so your plantains arrive firm, unbruised, and ready for the kitchen. Why Choose Hawaiian Plantains from Tropical Fruit Box? • Freshness Guaranteed: Your plantains arrive firm and unbruised, ready to cook green or ripen on your counter, backed by our Arrive Fresh Guarantee. • Sourced Direct: We work with trusted growers in tropical growing regions and hand-pack every box in Miami. • Free Shipping on Every U.S. Order: Delivered straight to your doorstep with no minimums and no added fees. • Women-Powered, Family-Driven: Our women-powered family business grew up on plantains at every stage, and our Tropifruiters community cooks through boxes of them. Best Ways to Enjoy Hawaiian Plantains Fried Green into Crispy Tostones Slice green plantains into thick rounds, fry them until just tender, smash them flat, and fry again until golden and crisp. Finished with salt, tostones are the crunchy, savory side dish that disappears first from the table. Caramelized Ripe into Sweet Maduros Wait until the peel turns deep yellow with plenty of black, then slice on the diagonal and fry until the edges caramelize. Maduros come out sticky, golden, and sweet, the dessert-like side that needs no added sugar. Boiled and Mashed for Comfort Dishes Boil peeled green plantains in salted water until tender, then mash them with garlic and a drizzle of olive oil. It is the foundation of comfort classics like mofongo and mangú, hearty enough to anchor a meal. A Natural Pick for Potato Lovers If potatoes anchor your comfort cooking, a hawaii plantain box is the tropical upgrade: the same starchy satisfaction when green, plus a sweet caramelized side of its own once ripened, two ingredients in one peel.

If you have been searching for bananas for sale that go way beyond the grocery store shelf, this is your collection. We deliver fresh apples, bananas, manzano, red bananas, a mixed banana bonanza box, and Hawaiian plantains straight from family farms to your door. No bruised leftovers, no guesswork on ripeness, just quality fruit packed and shipped with care.

Our banana delivery makes it easy to stock up without leaving home. Each box arrives with enough fruit for the whole family, whether you want sweet, creamy bananas to eat fresh or starchy green plantains ready for frying, boiling, or baking. Think of it like having your own tropical produce aisle delivered on your schedule.

Not sure which varieties to try first? Our Tropical & Exotic Fruit Boxes let you explore a wider mix of tropical fruit in a single order. Every box ships free across the U.S. with our Freshness Guarantee. For even more tropical staples to round out your kitchen, browse our Mango Boxes and pair mangoes with your banana delivery.

What's Inside Your Banana & Plantain Box

Every variety in this collection carries a distinct flavor, texture, and nutritional profile. Here is what each one brings to your table per standard serving.

Fruit	Key Nutrients
Apple Banana Manzano	Potassium, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C
Red Banana	Potassium, Vitamin C, Beta-Carotene
Banana Bonanza (mixed)	Potassium, Fiber, Magnesium
Hawaiian Plantains	Potassium, Vitamin A, Resistant Starch

When you buy bananas online from Tropical Fruit Box, you get varieties most stores never carry. For another staple that pairs perfectly with plantains, check out our Tropical Avocado Boxes.

How to Use Your Bananas and Plantains

Each variety in this collection carries a distinct taste and texture. Use these pairings to turn your box into everyday meals, snacks, and treats your whole family will enjoy.

Cooking with Plantains

Slice green plantains into rounds, flatten, and fry twice for crispy tostones you can serve with garlic sauce, guacamole, or a simple squeeze of lime
Let your plantains ripen until the skin turns black, then slice lengthwise and pan-fry in butter for sweet, caramelized maduros that melt on the tongue
Boil green plantains until tender, mash with olive oil, garlic, and salt for a smooth, savory mangu that works as a side or a base for braised meats

Fresh Eating and Smoothies

Peel an apple banana manzano and eat it straight for a creamy, tangy bite that tastes like a cross between an apple and a strawberry
Blend red bananas with coconut milk, a handful of ice, and a drizzle of honey for a naturally pink, thick smoothie with no added color
Freeze ripe bananas from the bonanza box, then blend them alone for a one-ingredient soft serve that needs nothing else

Baking and Desserts

Mash ripe apple bananas into pancake batter for a tropical twist on a weekend breakfast that kids and adults love equally
Use overripe red bananas in banana bread for a deeper, richer flavor and a slightly denser crumb than standard banana bread
Wrap ripe plantain slices in spring roll wrappers and fry until golden for turon, a classic Filipino dessert you can drizzle with caramel

Looking for more fruits to cook with? Our Caribbean Tropical Fruits collection pairs naturally with the bananas and plantains in this box.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I buy bananas online?

Right here. Tropical Fruit Box offers fresh banana delivery with varieties you will not find at a regular grocery store. Apple banana manzano, red banana, and a mixed banana bonanza box are all available to order and ship.

Where can I buy green plantains?

Our Hawaiian Plantain Box ships fresh green plantains directly to your door. They arrive green and firm, ready for tostones, mangu, or any recipe that calls for starchy, unripe plantains. You can also let them ripen on your counter for sweeter cooking.

What is the difference between apple bananas and regular bananas?

Apple bananas, also called manzano bananas, are smaller and firmer than the standard Cavendish variety. They have a tangy, slightly apple-strawberry flavor and a creamier texture. Most grocery stores do not carry them, which is part of what makes this collection special.

How should I store bananas and plantains after delivery?

Keep them at room temperature to ripen naturally. If you want to slow ripening, separate the bunch and store it in the refrigerator. The skin may darken in the fridge, but the fruit inside stays fresh longer. For plantains, green ones last about a week on the counter before they start to turn.

Do you offer express shipping on banana orders?

Yes. We offer banana express shipping options to make sure your fruit arrives quickly and in great condition. Every order ships with our Freshness Guarantee, and if anything arrives less than perfect, we make it right.

Can I get bananas and plantains on a recurring delivery schedule?

Yes. Several items in this collection are available through our Subscribe & Save program. Set your preferred delivery schedule and have fresh bananas and plantains arrive automatically, so you never have to reorder.