Do you need to use semisweet chocolate?

No. You can use any type of chocolate you like, including dairy-free or dark chocolate.

How long can chocolate-covered bananas sit out?

Chocolate-covered bananas will quickly soften at room temperature, so plan to eat them right out of the fridge or freezer.

Chocolate-Covered Bananas Recipe (With Step-by-Step)

Name: Chocolate-Covered Bananas
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped; 6 popsicle sticks or wooden skewers; 2 bananas, peeled and cut crosswise into thirds; 0.333 cup coarsely chopped salted peanuts

Prep Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

40 mins

Servings:

6

These chocolate-covered bananas are simple, sweet, and ideal for last-minute desserts or snacks. They're easy to make, and you can easily double or triple a recipe for a make-ahead treat. Even better, they are a delightful way to combine the fiber and potassium in bananas with the antioxidants in chocolate.

Our recipe for chocolate-covered bananas can be customized with a wide range of toppings, making them perfect for special occasions. What's more, the same toppings don't need to be used throughout the entire batch; feel free to vary the ingredients between bananas, which will be particularly helpful when serving guests with dietary restrictions.

Best Bananas to Use

Use bananas that are ripe but firm. They should have a yellow peel with almost no brown spots. Avoid using overripe bananas, which can be too soft for this recipe.

If you have leftover melted chocolate after making these treats, spread it on waxed paper and refrigerate until hardened. Then, chop and reserve it for sprinkling on ice cream or frozen yogurt.

Ingredients

8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
6 popsicle sticks or wooden skewers
2 bananas, peeled and cut crosswise into thirds
⅓ cup coarsely chopped salted peanuts

Directions

Ingredients for chocolate covered bananas — Rachel Marek

Melt chocolate:

Place chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over (not in) a pan of gently simmering water. Stir just until melted.

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Insert popsicle sticks:

Line a baking sheet with waxed paper. Insert a popsicle stick in one end of each banana piece.

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Dip bananas in chocolate:

Dip banana in chocolate, one piece at a time, spooning on additional chocolate to cover.

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Add peanuts:

Sprinkle each banana with peanuts (or your alternate topping of choice), and set on prepared baking sheet.

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Refrigerate until firm:

Refrigerate until chocolate is firm, 20 minutes, then serve.

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Variation: Chocolate-Covered Banana Bites

To turn this recipe into a bite-sized snack, cut the bananas into slices instead of thirds. Dip the slices into melted chocolate using a slotted spoon; you won't need the popsicle sticks. Place them on a prepared baking sheet and chill until firm.

Topping Ideas

Nuts: You can substitute or combine with different types of nuts. Tasty options include walnuts, pistachios, almonds, and macadamia nuts.
Coconut flakes: Shredded coconut or flakes will add a delicious tropical twist to your snack.
Diced fruit: For even more nutrients and flavor, top the bananas with diced strawberries, mango, or cherries.
Sprinkles: Add some color to your treat with sprinkles. Use themed sprinkles if you're celebrating a special occasion, like Halloween or Easter.
Sauce: Drizzle caramel or butterscotch sauce on to the bananas just before chilling.
Nut butter: Top the chocolate-covered bananas with a drizzle of peanut butter, almond butter, or cashew butter. For a nut-free option, use sunflower seed butter.
Flaky sea salt: If you love sweet and salty snacks, finish the snack with a generous helping of sea salt.

Storing Chocolate-Covered Bananas

The snack lasts up to 3 days in the fridge or 2 to 3 months in the freezer. Always use an airtight container.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you need to use semisweet chocolate?

No. You can use any type of chocolate you like, including dairy-free or dark chocolate.
How long can chocolate-covered bananas sit out?

Chocolate-covered bananas will quickly soften at room temperature, so plan to eat them right out of the fridge or freezer.

Try These Other Banana Recipes:

Originally appeared: Everyday Food, March 2006

Updated by

Kirsten Nunez

Chocolate-Covered Bananas

Best Bananas to Use

Ingredients

Directions

Melt chocolate:

Insert popsicle sticks:

Dip bananas in chocolate:

Add peanuts:

Refrigerate until firm:

Variation: Chocolate-Covered Banana Bites

Topping Ideas

Storing Chocolate-Covered Bananas

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

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