Chocolate Covered Bananas

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Chocolate covered bananas are a tasty treat that’s easy to make at home. You only need a few simple items to create these frozen goodies. With just bananas, chocolate, and some popsicle sticks, you can whip up a batch of these sweet snacks in no time.

These frozen treats are perfect for hot summer days. Kids love to help make and eat them too. You can add fun toppings like nuts or sprinkles to make them even more exciting. Why not try making some chocolate covered bananas today? They’re sure to be a hit with family and friends!

Exact Ingredients List

Here’s what you’ll need to make these yummy chocolate covered bananas:

• 4 ripe but firm bananas
• 8 wooden popsicle sticks or skewers
• 12 ounces dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil

Optional toppings:

• Chopped nuts
• Sprinkles
• Shredded coconut
• Crushed cookies

Make sure your bananas are ripe but still firm. This will help them hold their shape when frozen. You can use any type of chocolate chips you like best.

The coconut oil helps make the chocolate coating smooth and shiny. If you don’t have coconut oil, you can use a little vegetable oil instead.

For the toppings, get creative! Try using your favorite nuts, colorful sprinkles, or even crushed candy pieces. You can make each banana pop unique and fun.

Instructions

Peel 4 ripe bananas and cut them in half. Stick a popsicle stick into each banana half. Put them on a lined baking sheet and freeze for 1 hour.

Melt 12 ounces of chocolate chips with 2 tablespoons coconut oil. Use the microwave or a double boiler. Stir until smooth.

Dip each frozen banana in the melted chocolate. Let extra chocolate drip off. Add toppings if you want.

Place the dipped bananas back on the baking sheet. Freeze for another hour until the chocolate is hard.

Your chocolate covered bananas are ready to eat! Take them out of the freezer when you want a cool treat.

Tips:

• Use firm bananas for best results
• Freeze bananas before dipping to help chocolate stick
• Work quickly when dipping to keep bananas frozen
• Try different toppings like nuts or sprinkles
• Store in freezer for up to a week

Enjoy your homemade frozen banana pops!

Possible Substitutes List

You can easily swap out ingredients in this recipe to fit your tastes or dietary needs. Here are some options:

Fruit:

• Strawberries
• Pineapple chunks
• Apple slices

Chocolate:

• White chocolate
• Milk chocolate
• Peanut butter chips

Coconut Oil:

• Vegetable shortening
• Butter

Popsicle Sticks:

• Bamboo skewers
• Chopsticks

Toppings:

• Shredded coconut
• Crushed cookies
• Mini chocolate chips

You can also try dipping the fruit in yogurt instead of chocolate for a lighter treat. If you’re avoiding added sugar, use unsweetened chocolate and add a natural sweetener like stevia.

Remember to adjust freezing times if you use different fruits. Softer fruits may need less time, while harder ones might need more.

How To Make It Diabetes-Friendly

You can make these chocolate covered bananas more diabetes-friendly with a few simple changes. Use smaller bananas to reduce the sugar content. Cut them into bite-sized pieces instead of halves for better portion control.

Choose dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa content. Dark chocolate has less sugar and more antioxidants than milk chocolate. You can also use sugar-free chocolate chips made with stevia or other natural sweeteners.

Skip the coconut oil to lower the fat content. Instead, melt the chocolate in short bursts in the microwave, stirring often.

For toppings, try crushed nuts like almonds or walnuts. They add crunch and healthy fats without extra sugar. Unsweetened shredded coconut is another good option.

Limit yourself to one or two pieces as a treat. Pair them with a source of protein like Greek yogurt to help balance blood sugar. You can also enjoy these as a post-workout snack when your body can best use the natural sugars in the banana.

Remember to count these treats in your daily carb intake. Talk to your doctor or dietitian about how they fit into your meal plan.

Tips, Tricks & Storing

Choose ripe but firm bananas for the best results. Overripe bananas can get mushy when frozen.

For easy dipping, use a tall, narrow container. This helps you coat the bananas fully without making a mess.

Try different coatings! Mix crushed nuts, coconut flakes, or sprinkles into the melted chocolate for extra crunch and flavor.

To store your chocolate covered bananas, keep them in the freezer. Put them in a sealed container or zip-top bag to prevent freezer burn.

Your frozen treats will stay good for up to 2 weeks. After that, the banana might start to brown.

For a quick snack, take out just one or two bananas at a time. Let them sit at room temperature for 3-5 minutes before eating.

If you’re serving these at a party, take them out of the freezer about 10 minutes before guests arrive. This softens them slightly, making them easier to bite into.

Don’t worry if your bananas aren’t perfectly coated. A rustic look adds charm and shows they’re homemade!