Description
These chocolate covered banana pops are easy to prepare and only require a few simple ingredients. The recipe takes about 20 minutes of prep plus freezer time, making it a fun and tasty dessert snack option for parties or a quick treat at home. Each pop can be made dairy-free, sugar-free, or gluten-free, making it a versatile option for various diets.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (or semi-sweet/milk chocolate)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- Peanut butter or almond butter (optional)
- Chopped nuts, shredded coconut, sprinkles, or sea salt for topping
- Popsicle sticks
Instructions
- Prep the Bananas: Peel and slice ripe bananas into bite-sized pieces or leave them whole. Insert popsicle sticks into each piece.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a double boiler or microwave, melt chocolate chips with coconut oil until smooth, stirring frequently.
- Dip the Banana Pops: Dip each banana piece into the melted chocolate, allowing excess chocolate to drip off. For added flavor, drizzle with peanut butter or almond butter.
- Add Toppings: While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle toppings like chopped nuts or shredded coconut over the pops.
- Freeze: Place the dipped banana pops on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze until firm, about 1-2 hours.
- Serve: Enjoy the chocolate covered banana pops frozen as a sweet treat. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 1-2 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popsicle
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Protein: 1