Delicious Chocolate Covered Banana Ice Cream Bars
Easy homemade frozen banana bars dipped in chocolate, perfect for a quick, refreshing treat with a satisfying crunchy shell.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- Bananas – ripe but firm, peeled and cut into halves or thirds
- 200g (7 oz) dark, milk, or semi-sweet chocolate chips or bars, chopped
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- Optional toppings: chopped nuts (almonds, peanuts), shredded coconut, or sprinkles
Instructions
- Peel and slice bananas into halves or thirds depending on size. Pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Place banana pieces in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for at least 1 hour until firm.
- Melt chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second bursts, stirring between each, until smooth and glossy (about 2-3 minutes). Alternatively, use a double boiler.
- Dip each frozen banana piece into the melted chocolate using a fork or skewer, coating completely. Let excess chocolate drip off and optionally sprinkle nuts or shredded coconut while chocolate is wet.
- Return coated bananas to the freezer for another 30 minutes to harden the chocolate shell.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 week.
Notes
Freeze banana slices before dipping to prevent sogginess and help chocolate harden faster. Use good quality dark chocolate for best flavor. Work quickly when dipping to keep bananas frozen. Reheat chocolate gently if it thickens during dipping. Store bars separated by parchment paper to avoid sticking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 5
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 1.5
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