Frozen Chocolate Bananas
From the kitchen of CarlyFrozen banana halves dipped in melted chocolate and topped with granola, nuts, or sprinkles. A simple frozen treat that tastes indulgent but takes minimal effort. Perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings without the guilt.
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- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- medium
Ingredients
4 servings
- 12 ripe but firm bananas
- 16 ounces dark chocolate, chopped, or semisweet chocolate chips
- 12 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 11/2 cup granola
- 1chopped pecans and walnuts
- 1or sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
1. Line a baking sheet with nonstick foil or parchment paper.
2. Cut the bananas in half and insert a Popsicle stick into each half, as shown. Place them on the baking sheet and freeze for 15 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, melt the chocolate with the oil in a Pyrex measuring cup in the microwave (check it every 30 seconds) or in a half-full pan of simmering water (about 2 minutes). Stir until smooth.
4. Roll each banana half in the chocolate, then quickly sprinkle with your topping (if using).
5. Freeze until the chocolate sets, 30 minutes. Serve or freeze in an airtight container for up to a week.