Bananas dipped in chocolate, frozen until crisp, and topped with nuts, sprinkles, or coconut.
# Components:
→ Fruit
01 - 3 large ripe bananas
→ Chocolate Coating
02 - 7 oz semisweet or dark chocolate, chopped
03 - 1 tbsp coconut oil (optional, for smoother chocolate)
→ Toppings (optional)
04 - 1/3 cup chopped nuts (e.g., peanuts, almonds, hazelnuts)
05 - 1/4 cup sprinkles
06 - 1/4 cup shredded coconut
07 - 2 tbsp mini chocolate chips
# Method Steps:
01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
02 - Peel the bananas and cut each in half crosswise to yield six pieces. Insert a popsicle stick or wooden skewer into the flat end of each banana segment.
03 - Arrange the bananas on the prepared baking sheet and place in the freezer for at least one hour, until fully firm.
04 - Combine chopped chocolate and coconut oil (if using) in a heatproof bowl. Melt the mixture over a gently simmering saucepan or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
05 - Dip each frozen banana half into the melted chocolate, allowing excess coating to drip away.
06 - While chocolate is still unset, immediately sprinkle toppings of choice over each coated banana.
07 - Return chocolate-coated bananas to the baking sheet and freeze for at least one additional hour until the chocolate shell is solid.
08 - Serve directly from the freezer for optimal texture and flavor.
