Empowering PKK Mothers to Transform Banana Peels into Cookies for Stunting Prevention

Authors

  • Ahmad Fadhil Universitas Jambi
  • Nadia Rahmasari Universitas Jambi
  • Betharia Juli Mas Tambunan Universitas Jambi
  • Sarah Aknesia Marbun Universitas Jambi
  • Rosi Rahayu Universitas Jambi
  • Madyawati Latief Universitas Jambi
  • Indra Lasmana Tarigan Universitas Jambi

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55537/j-ibm.v5i1.1267

Keywords:

banana skin cookies, PKK mothers, food innovation, organic waste, Impact of Stunting

Abstract

Indonesia is one of the largest banana-producing countries, yet banana peels, which are rich in nutrients, are often discarded as waste. On the other hand, stunting remains a significant health problem, especially in the Jambi region. This community service activity aims to empower PKK women in Simpang Limo Village to process banana peels into healthy cookies as an alternative effort to support stunting prevention. The program was carried out for three months (August–November 2024) involving thirty participants. The methods used included observation, socialization, training on making banana peel flour, and practice in making banana peel-based cookies. The post-training survey results showed a moderate level of knowledge but high interest, with 36.9% of respondents expressing willingness to produce banana peel cookies and 15.4% considering this innovation a positive step in waste reduction. The cookies produced received positive responses, with the community noting their good taste, crunchy texture, and distinctive aroma. This activity shows that the utilization of banana peels has the potential to produce nutritious and economically valuable food products, while also improving the skills of PKK women and potential supporting efforts to reduce stunting.

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Author Biographies

Ahmad Fadhil, Universitas Jambi

Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Jambi, Indonesia

Nadia Rahmasari, Universitas Jambi

Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Jambi, Indonesia

Betharia Juli Mas Tambunan, Universitas Jambi

Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Jambi, Indonesia

Sarah Aknesia Marbun, Universitas Jambi

Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Jambi, Indonesia

Rosi Rahayu, Universitas Jambi

Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Jambi, Indonesia

Madyawati Latief, Universitas Jambi

Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Jambi, Indonesia

NPBC Laboratory, Fakultas Sains dan Teknologi, Universitas Jambi, Indonesia

Indra Lasmana Tarigan, Universitas Jambi

Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Jambi, Indonesia

NPBC Laboratory, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Jambi, Indonesia

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Published

2025-08-31

How to Cite

Fadhil, A., Rahmasari, N., Tambunan, B. J. M., Marbun, S. A., Rahayu, R., Latief, M., & Tarigan, I. L. (2025). Empowering PKK Mothers to Transform Banana Peels into Cookies for Stunting Prevention. Jurnal IPTEK Bagi Masyarakat, 5(1), 106–114. https://doi.org/10.55537/j-ibm.v5i1.1267

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