Storing bananas in the fridge is generally more beneficial than keeping them in a fruit bowl, as most fruits release a growth hormone called ethylene gas.

You can store bananas in the fridge to delay their browning process — but you need to make sure that the bananas are already at your desired ripeness before you stick them in the refrigerator.

Rachel Sherwood, a chef and founder of Impressions At Home, recommends that the optimal location to store ripe bananas is in the fridge, as this reduces the production of ethylene gas. Rachel advised: ...

Can Bananas Be Refrigerated? If you're wondering if you can control the rate of ripening by storing your bananas in the refrigerator, the answer is yes—with one caveat.