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If you’re looking for a quick and easy treat that satisfies your sweet tooth, try making a chocolate-covered frozen banana. With just one banana, some chocolate chips, and your choice of fun toppings like sprinkles, toasted coconut, or crushed cookies, this simple recipe is perfect for any time you need a little something sweet. Plus, it’s a healthier dessert option that you can feel good about.
Looking for more single serving recipes that use just one banana? Try our moist and delicious Banana Bread, creamy Banana Pudding, sweet Hummingbird Cake, and rich Bananas Foster.
Why You’ll Love This Frozen Banana Recipe
- Easy to Make: This recipe requires minimal ingredients and steps, making it perfect for a quick treat.
- Healthier Option: Bananas are naturally sweet and nutritious, making this a healthier dessert choice.
- Customizable: You can top your banana with a variety of fun toppings like sprinkles, toasted coconut, or crushed cookies.
- Quick Preparation: It takes just a few minutes to prepare and then a little time in the freezer.
Ingredients
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- Banana: Use a ripe banana for the best flavor. Got extra bananas? Use them to make a small batch of Banana Muffins, Chocolate Chip Banana Bread, or a Tropical Smoothie.
- Chocolate Chips: Any type of chocolate chips will work, but semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips are ideal. You can also use chopped chocolate bars if you prefer. Consider using extra chocolate chips in a Chocolate Lava Cake, Blondies, or a Single Serve Chocolate Chip Cookie.
- Vegetable Oil or Avocado Oil: This helps the chocolate melt smoothly and gives it a nice sheen. You can substitute it with coconut oil if needed.
- Lollipop Stick or Equivalent: This is used to hold the banana. If you don’t have lollipop sticks, you can use sturdy plastic straws, skewers, chopsticks, or wooden popsicle sticks.
- Candy Sprinkles: These are optional but add a fun touch. Other topping options include toasted coconut, crushed cookies, or nuts.
Recipe Variations
This recipe is very versatile. Here are some variations you might like:
- Nutty Banana: Roll the chocolate-dipped banana in chopped nuts for added crunch.
- Coconut Banana: Sprinkle toasted coconut on the chocolate before it sets for a tropical twist.
- Cookie Crumble: Crush your favorite cookies and sprinkle them over the chocolate-dipped banana.
- Peanut Butter Drizzle: Drizzle melted peanut butter over the chocolate before it sets for a sweet and salty combination.
- White Chocolate Banana: Use white candy melts instead of regular chocolate for a different flavor profile.
How To Make Chocolate Frozen Bananas
These step-by-step photos and instructions help you visualize how to make this recipe. See the recipe box below for ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions.
Note: I use one banana in this frozen banana recipe, but I cut it in half because it’s easier to handle. This gives you two small frozen banana halves from one banana.
- Peel the banana and cut it in half. Insert a popsicle stick, straw, or similar into each banana half.
- Place the banana halves on a baking sheet and freeze for about 30 minutes.
- Melt the chocolate: Add chocolate chips and 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil or avocado oil to a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for about 20 seconds. Stir and let it sit for about 5 minutes to continue melting. Stir until fully melted.
- Dip each banana half into the melted chocolate. If the bowl isn’t deep enough, use a spoon to drizzle chocolate over the banana.
- Add your toppings while the chocolate is still wet.
- Freeze again until firm.
Expert Tips
- Choose Ripe Bananas: Ripe bananas are sweeter and have a better texture for freezing.
- Melt Chocolate Slowly: Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between to prevent burning.
- Freeze Banana First: For best results, freeze the banana before dipping it in chocolate. This helps the chocolate set faster.
- Use Parchment Paper: Place the dipped banana on parchment paper to prevent sticking while the chocolate sets.
- Add Toppings Quickly: If using sprinkles or other toppings, add them immediately after dipping the banana in chocolate before it hardens.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can use milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or white chocolate candy melts based on your preference.
Freezing the bananas for about 30 minutes should be enough to firm them up and make dipping easier.
Keep the frozen banana in the freezer until you’re ready to enjoy it. Store it in an airtight container or wrap it in plastic wrap. Frozen bananas will last up to a week in the freezer.
Absolutely! Strawberries, apple slices, or pineapple chunks also work great with this method.
You can melt the chocolate using a double boiler on the stovetop. Just place a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water and stir the chocolate until it melts.
Ways To Use Leftover Ingredients
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Chocolate Covered Frozen Banana
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana
- 3 ounces semisweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate (slightly less than ⅔ cup)
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil or avocado oil
- ¼ cup sprinkles, granola, chopped nuts (optional)
- 2 popsicle sticks, chopsticks, or sturdy plastic straws
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper.
- Peel the banana and cut it in half. Insert a popsicle stick, straw, or similar into each banana half.
- Place the banana halves on a baking sheet and freeze for about 30 minutes.
- Melt the chocolate: Add chocolate chips and vegetable oil or avocado oil to a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for about 20 seconds. Stir and let it sit for about 5 minutes to continue melting. Stir until fully melted.
- Dip each banana half into the melted chocolate. If the bowl isn’t deep enough, use a spoon to drizzle chocolate over the banana.
- Add your toppings while the chocolate is still wet.
- Freeze again until firm.
Notes
- Choose Ripe Bananas: Ripe bananas are sweeter and have a better texture for freezing.
- Melt Chocolate Slowly: Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between to prevent burning.
- Freeze Banana First: For best results, freeze the banana before dipping it in chocolate. This helps the chocolate set faster.
- Use Parchment Paper: Place the dipped banana on parchment paper to prevent sticking while the chocolate sets.
- Add Toppings Quickly: If using sprinkles or other toppings, add them immediately after dipping the banana in chocolate before it hardens.
Nutrition
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
I added peppermint extract to the chocolate and sliced the banana into rounds. Tasted like a junior mint!
It’s yummy