Frozen Banana Treats: Delicious and Healthy Snack Ideas for Everyone
These frozen chocolate-covered banana bites combine creamy bananas with rich chocolate, topped with crunchy nuts and coconut. They are a delightful, fun, and healthy treat perfect for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 135 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 pieces 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe bananas
- 1 cup of dark chocolate chips (or milk chocolate, if preferred)
- 1 tablespoon of coconut oil (optional, for smoother chocolate)
- 1 cup of crushed nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, or peanuts)
- 1 cup of shredded coconut (unsweetened)
- 1 teaspoon of sea salt (optional, for a sweet and salty flavor)
- Popsicle sticks or toothpicks
Instructions
- Peel the bananas and cut them into halves or thirds.
- Place the banana pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring they are spaced out.
- Freeze the banana pieces for 1-2 hours until completely frozen.
- Melt the chocolate using a double boiler or microwave.
- For a double boiler, simmer water in the bottom pot and melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in the top pot, stirring until smooth.
- For the microwave, heat chocolate chips and coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until melted.
- Remove the frozen bananas from the freezer.
- Dip each banana piece into the melted chocolate, allowing excess chocolate to drip off.
- Roll the chocolate-coated banana in crushed nuts and shredded coconut, or sprinkle toppings over it.
- Place the coated banana pieces back on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Return the baking sheet to the freezer and let the treats freeze for an additional 1-2 hours until the chocolate is set.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container or zip-top bag, separating layers with parchment paper.
- Enjoy the frozen banana treats straight from the freezer.
- Serve as a fun dessert or healthy snack, and consider drizzling extra melted chocolate or sprinkling sea salt for added flavor.
Notes
- Experiment with different types of chocolate or toppings for variety.
- For a healthier option, skip the chocolate and roll the banana pieces in crushed nuts or seeds before freezing.
- Other topping options include mini chocolate chips, sprinkles, or dried fruit.
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