Frozen Banana Sticks

Frozen Banana Sticks

Directions: 15 minutes
Servings: 9 frozen banana sticks
Allergens: Nuts,
No-cook Plan ahead Vegetarian
Recipe submitted by Myriam Beaudry, nutrition trainee

Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, peeled
  • 160 ml (⅔ cup) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Choice of toppings :

  • 30 ml (2 Tbsp) granola
  • 30 ml (2 Tbsp) dried cranberries
  • 30 ml (2 Tbsp) unsweetened grated coconut
  • 30 ml (2 Tbsp) coarsely chopped pecans

Equipment

  • Large plate
  • 4 small bowls (for garnishes)
  • 9 wooden sticks
  • Water bath or microwave oven

Directions

  1. Cut each banana into 3 pieces.
  2. Prick a wooden stick into each piece of banana.
  3. Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave or in a double boiler.
  4. Dip the banana pieces at ⅔ into the chocolate.
  5. Roll the banana pieces in the topping(s) of your choice.
  6. Let’s get creative! Place on a plate and put in the freezer for two hours.

Tips

Substitute

  • In case of a nut allergy, remove the pecans or replace them with pumpkin seeds, puffed cereal or another crunchy ingredient of your choice.
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