Banana Popsicles

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When the summertime heat hits, having something cool and refreshing like these Banana Popsicles is a welcome treat! I add coconut milk for creaminess and a hint of the tropics. As an added bonus, bananas contain vitamin B6, vitamin C, and plenty of potassium - these treats are a win win.

One reader, Therese wrote - It's so hot here in Georgia, so I made this recipe today. My kids loved it! I will be making this again and again! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Banana popsicle being held up after it has been dipped in chocolate, rolled in crushed peanuts, and a bite taken out of it.

One of the things that always excited me about going to Disneyland was the frozen bananas. It might sound like an odd thing to get excited about, but I stand by it. The only downside? They were rock hard - probably to survive the hot sun. These banana popsicles, on the other hand, just need a minute or two to soften to the perfect, cool and creamy bite.

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Ingredients
Instructions
Variations
Equipment Needed
Storage
Top Tip
Notes
FAQs
Other Ways to Use up Bananas
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Banana Popsicles
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Ingredients

Bananas - best to use ones that are starting to show brown spots, they will provide the best flavour IMO.
Coconut milk - adds creaminess and a hint of the tropics. See Note 1 for substitutions.
Maple syrup - depending on how ripe your bananas are, you may need to add a little sweetener. Honey or sugar could be substituted here as well.
Magic Shell - homemade chocolate for dipping frozen items in or for pouring on ice cream (optional).
Crushed peanuts, and or sprinkles for rolling the chocolate dipped banana popsicle in (optional)

Instructions

Combine all the popsicles ingredients into the blender, or you can use a potato masher.

Overhead shot of a blender filled with banana, and above is some coconut milk and maple syrup ready to go in.

Step 1: In a blender combine bananas, coconut milk, and sweetener of your choice see note 2.

overhead shot of the blender after the bananas, maple syrup, and coconut have been blended together into a creamy beige mixture.

Step 2: Blend until smooth

overhead shot of a popsicle mold with the banana mixture added in to each slot.

Step 3: Pour into popsicles molds leaving about ¼ space from the top.

overhead shot of the popsicle mold with the lid added on and the popsicle sticks inserted. REady for the freezer.

Step 4: Place on lid if using and add popsicles sticks. Place in the freezer for at least 7 hours.

Hint: Don't overfill the molds since the mixture will expands when it freezes.

Decorating

You can dip the popsicles into the chocolate magic shell and then roll in crushed peanuts or sprinkles, or both! I won't judge 😉. The magic shell hardens fairly quickly so working fast is key.

side view showing a banana popsicle which had just been dipped into the chocolate magic shell.

Step 1: Hold banana popsicle in the magic shell and use a spoon to spoon more magic shell higher up the popsicle letting it drip back down into the cup.

overhead shot showing a chocolate dipped banana popsicle laying in a plate of crushed peanuts so that it becomes coated with peanuts.

Step 2: Quickly transfer to a plate of crushed nuts and roll it around. If using sprinkles, just sprinkle them on by hand.

Although not totally necessary I do put the decorated banana popsicle back in the freezer for a few minutes just to help it firm up. But if you can't wait, you can eat it right away too!

overhead photo of variously decorated banana popsicles laying on a white wooden table. Some are plain, some dipped in chocolate, some dipped in chocolate and rolled in crushed peanuts, and some dipped in chocolate and rolled in red white and blue sprinkles

These banana popsicles can be made ahead of time and stored in a Ziploc bag so you can have them ready for when you need them.

Variations

You can decorate these banana popsicles to your liking. Dipping in just magic shell, or dipping and then adding other garnishes of your choice like shredded coconut, freeze dried berries, or crushed chocolate bar. Red white and blue sprinkles make for a great 4th of July treat. You could even use white chocolate magic shell if you want to decorate on a white canvas for a different look. Just substitute white chocolate for milk/dark chocolate. Lots of options to make these your own.

Equipment Needed

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If you don't already have one, a popsicle mold like mine, and popsicle sticks are really handy. If you are in a pinch you could use dixie cups and put popsicle sticks in them too.

A blender is really useful in order to combine everything into a smooth liquid. I love my Vitamix! But if you don't have a blender and still want to make these, a potato masher can mash the bananas into a smooth batter for pouring.

Storage

Store your banana popsicles in an airtight container or zipper top bag in the freezer for up to three months.

Top Tip

If you make these ahead of time and store in the freezer they'll be ready when the heat hits and you need a cold treat.

Notes

Coconut milk could be replaced with your favourite milk alternative, or you can go for dairy and add heavy cream.
Sweetener. Depending on how ripe your bananas are you may want to add a little sweetener. I used maple syrup but you could go with honey, regular sugar, or artificial sweetener.

FAQs

Are banana popsicles healthy?

Yes, these popsicles can be considered healthy since bananas are a wholesome treat and naturally provide potassium, fiber, and natural sugars. To keep these on the healthier side, you might want to consider not adding the chocolate shell, or just dipping it part way.

How ripe do the bananas need to be?

Ideally, the bananas should be just past their peak. So they are getting soft and brown patches are starting to appear on the peel.

Can I make banana popsicles without added sugar?

Yes! If you don't want to add any extra sugar I recommend using bananas that are even more ripe, as they will be naturally sweeter.

How long do banana popsicles take to freeze?

You should allow them at least 7 hours in the freezer.

Can I make banana popsicles without a mold?

Yes! You can use dixie cups/paper cups or even silicone muffin containers. Just add the banana mixture and then the popsicle stick.

Other Ways to Use up Bananas

Still have more ripe bananas living on your counter you don't know what to do with? I love using my bananas in baked goods like my Banana Chocolate Chunk Muffins, and Pumpkin Banana Bread Muffins (don't worry, it uses canned pumpkin available year round). And at breakfast they are great in my Sheet Pan Pancakes.

Other treats to help you keep cool this summer.

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