Chocolate Dipped Frozen Bananas
An easy, healthy summer dessert!
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, cut in half
- 6 oz dark chocolate, chopped, or semisweet chocolate chips
- 1-2 tablespoons coconut oil
- ½ chopped nuts, granola, coconut shreds, raisins or whatever you prefer for sprinkling
- 4 popsicle sticks
Instructions
- Line a plate with parchment paper
- Cut the bananas in half and insert a Popsicle stick into each half. Place them on the baking sheet and freeze for 15 minutes to an hour.
- When you are ready to dip, melt the chocolate in a double boiler or microwave (see how to make your own double boiler in post above. If using microwave, use instructions on chocolate package for melting) Add 1 tablespoon coconut oil and whisk until well blended. If you desire a thinner coat of chocolate add second tablespoon of oil.
- Pour melted chocolate in shallow bowl and roll each banana half in the chocolate, then quickly sprinkle with your topping (if using).
- Freeze until the chocolate sets, 30 minutes. Serve or freeze in an airtight container for up to a week.