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Two chocolate covered banana popsicles with crushed peanuts on the surface.

Banana Popicles

5 from 1 vote
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Freeze Time: 5 hours
Total Time: 5 hours 5 minutes
Serving Size: 10 popsicles
Author Puja Verma
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DESCRIPTION

These healthy banana popsicles are a refreshing treat for the summer days. They are easy to make by simply combining ripe bananas, vegan yogurt, maple syrup, and salt. Once frozen, enjoy them as they are or dip them in melted chocolate and top them off with some crushed peanuts. A nutritious snack for all ages.

INGREDIENTS
  

  • 2 whole bananas (ripe) medium sized
  • 2 cups vegan yogurt I used Trader Joe's cashew based.
  • 4 tablespoon maple syrup
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Optional Ingredients

  • 1 cup chocolate chips vegan
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 2 tablespoon crushed peanuts

METHOD
 

  • Remove banana from peel and place it in a high speed blender along with the vegan yogurt, maple syrup, and salt.
  • Taste test and add more maple syrup, if you prefer more sweetness.
  • Divide the the blend into popsicle molds. Insert popsicle sticks, and freeze for at least 5-6 hours.
  • Once the popsicles are frozen solid, then place the molds under warm running water for a few seconds till the the popsicles can easily slide out. Or you can simple dip the molds into warm water (not hot) for about 20-30 seconds to help pull out the popsicles with ease.
  • Melt chocolate chips in a sauce pan over a low simmer while continuously stirring. Add coconut oil to thin out the consistency.
  • Simply dip the popsicle into the melted chocolate coating about half way, drizzle it over the popsicles.
  • Sprinkle over some crushed peanuts.

NOTES

  • Stir chocolate continuously: Stirring the chocolate constantly while it’s melting prevents it from burning and results in a smooth coating.
  • Chill the Molds: While not completely necessary, pre-freezing your popsicle molds for a few hours or overnight helps the mixture freeze more evenly.
  • Insert the Sticks Carefully: Once you place the molds in the freezer, double-check the popsicle sticks to ensure they are standing straight and are well-supported.
  • Double-Dip: For a thicker chocolate shell, try double-dipping the popsicles.
  • Sprinkle Peanuts Immediately: Sprinkle the peanuts right after dipping each popsicle into the chocolate mixture so they stick to the chocolate before it solidifies.
  • Freeze on a Level Surface: This prevents the popsicles from tilting and freezing unevenly.

NUTRITION

Calories: 123kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 59mg | Potassium: 69mg | Sugar: 15g | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 0.01mg
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: All
Keyword: Banana Popicles, chocolate banana popsicles
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