Chocolate-Dipped Banana Popsicles

Sometimes, the simplest snacks are the best snacks, don’t you agree? Grabbing a piece of fruit is fantastic (good for your health and better for the environment), but sometimes you might just want a little something extra. Chocolate-Dipped Bananas Popsicles to the rescue!

You’ll absolutely love the crisp chocolate dip coating, the creamy cool middle, along with the fun and festive treats on top. Make each banana pop special with sweet or savory garnishes (salty pretzel pieces would give them some pizazz!), and enjoy with abandon. If you love all things banana, make sure to check out these campfire banana boats for the absolute best camping treat!

Grab your party popsicle sticks and follow me to the kitchen! If you love frozen desserts on sticks, don’t miss out on these strawberry banana popsicles, creamy dairy-free fudgesicles, and sweet citrus creamsicles recipes!

Why These Are The Best Banana Popsicles

These homemade banana popsicles are not only fun to make and absolutely delicious, but they’re also healthier than your average frozen popsicle. Here are more reasons the simple banana popsicle is poised to become your go-to summer treat:

• Cool and Creamy Treat. These popsicles are the perfect mix of creamy banana and rich chocolate—making every bite a delightful experience, especially on a hot day!
• Super Simple to Make. All you need is a banana, dairy-free chocolate, and a bit of patience while they freeze—it’s a fun, no-fuss snack everyone will love!
• Naturally Sweet. These popsicles are a celebration of the natural sweetness found in ripe bananas, making them a guilt-free dessert option that satisfies your sweet tooth without relying on added sugars.
• Simple and Customizable. Crafting these popsicles requires just a few ingredients and minimal effort, leaving plenty of room for your creativity to shine. Experiment with additions like chocolate chips, nuts, or a drizzle of peanut butter for a personalized twist.
• Family Fun. Engage in a delightful activity with your loved ones by involving them in the process of making these popsicles. Little ones can easily assemble and decorate their own banana popsicles!

How To Make Banana Popsicles

It truly couldn’t be simpler! There is surprisingly little effort in making frozen banana popsicles. Just three things need to happen:

Step 1: Get a Ripe Banana – Make sure your banana is ripe and ready to go. Peel it carefully!

Step 2: Add a Stick – Grab a stick (at least 4 inches long) and gently insert it into the bottom of the banana.

Then, Step 3: Freeze It! – Place the banana on a plate and freeze for a few hours. The longer, the better!

That’s it! Having a microwave in which to melt your chocolate is a bonus, but it’s not 100% necessary. In a pinch, bare banana pops will still be heavenly!

Want to make them into extra-delicious Snickers-inspired banana pops? Smear the frozen bananas with peanut butter and freeze again before dipping in chocolate. Sprinkle on some salted peanuts. Divine!  

How to Serve Up Your Chocolate-Dipped Banana Pops

Besides being super fun to construct, these banana popsicles are extremely versatile when it comes to festive toppings. The sky’s the limit for the number of tasty coverings you can create. As long as you are bananas for bananas, these pops will be perfection! Make sure to add the toppings BEFORE freezing.

Taste the Rainbow

Anyone else love a vibrant, multicolored fruit pop? Adding a little bit of cheerful color to this delicious black-and-white dessert is pretty much required. Our favorite rainbow recommendations include: vegan sprinkles, vegan fruit gummy shapes (we love the Yum Earth Bears and Annie’s Homegrown Bunnies!), and Yum Earth Giggles (similar to Skittles).

Double Chocolate Challenge

If you love chocolate at much as we do, consider adding extra chocolate bits to your hard chocolate coating. You can never have enough chocolate, right? We suggest mini-chocolate chips, shaved chocolate, cacao nibs, or even a dusting of cacao or cocoa powder.

Take a Trip to the Tropics

When chocolate is not your first choice for a candy coating (how can this be?), you might think you’d have to pass on these pops. But, wait! We have the most marvelous idea on how to turn the tide on this treat. Melt the same amount of coconut butter (not oil) as the chocolate and use that to dip your banana popsicles. Sprinkle on shredded coconut, finely diced dried mango, and crushed macadamia nuts for a taste of paradise!

Be a Health Nut

We’re nuts for chopped nuts! Chocolate and nuts go together like none other and we highly recommend using them for a contrasting crunchy texture to the creamy coating. Either roasted or raw, a handful of peanuts, almonds, walnuts, pecans, or pistachios would bring extra health benefits (such as fiber, vitamin E, and plant-based fats) to your sweet snack.

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