Low Fat Chocolate-Covered Bananas
Indulge your sweet tooth guilt-free with these Low Fat Chocolate-Covered Bananas—a frozen treat that’s as easy to make as it is satisfying! This recipe combines naturally sweet bananas with a luscious coating of melted low-fat dark chocolate, made irresistibly glossy with a hint of coconut oil. Perfect for warm days or wholesome snacking, these chocolate-covered banana pops can be customized with optional toppings like unsweetened shredded coconut or chopped nuts for added texture and flavor. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this simple yet delightful dessert is an excellent way to enjoy a chocolatey treat without the excess fat. Keep them on hand in the freezer for a refreshing snack the whole family will love! Keywords: low-fat desserts, frozen banana treats, healthy chocolate snacks, easy chocolate recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole bananas
- 1 cup low-fat dark chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil
- 0.25 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
- 0.25 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 8 pieces popsicle sticks or skewers
Instructions
Peel the bananas and cut each one in half crosswise. Insert a popsicle stick or skewer into each banana half and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Place the baking sheet in the freezer for about 15 minutes to allow the bananas to firm up.
Meanwhile, melt the low-fat dark chocolate chips and coconut oil together in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring each time, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
Remove the bananas from the freezer. Dip each banana half into the melted chocolate, using a spoon to help evenly coat the banana.
If desired, sprinkle the chocolate-covered bananas with unsweetened shredded coconut or chopped nuts while the chocolate is still wet.
Place the coated bananas back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet and return to the freezer for about 30 minutes, or until the chocolate is set.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2039 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.3 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.0 g | 275% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 8 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 277.3 g | 101% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.0 g | 118% | |
| Total Sugars | 187.5 g | ||
| Protein | 27.2 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 212 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 18.7 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 2735 mg | 58% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
