Ellie's Chocolate-Covered Banana Pops
By Ellie Krieger, MS, RD
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Ingredients
- 4 medium ripe but firm bananas
- 8 wooden craft sticks
- 3 tablespoons finely chopped lightly salted peanuts
- 6 ounces good quality dark chocolate (60 to 70 percent cocoa solids), chopped
Cooking Instructions
- Peel, then cut each banana in half crosswise and insert a craft stick into each half. Place on a tray, cover with plastic wrap and place in the freezer until frozen, about 3 hours.
- Place the peanuts in a shallow dish or on a plate. Melt the chocolate in the top of a double boiler over slightly simmering water, over the lowest possible heat, stirring frequently. Make sure the water is not touching the bottom of the top pan with the chocolate in it. Pour the melted chocolate into a tall glass.
- Dip each frozen banana into the chocolate, turning it to coat, and immediately roll in the peanuts. Place on a tray covered in wax paper. Serve immediately or wrap individually in plastic wrap or wax paper and store in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
Recipe provided courtesy of Ellie Krieger. © 2008-2009 In Balance, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
To learn more about Ellie Krieger, MS, RD -- New York Times bestselling author and host of Food Network’s Healthy Appetite -- go to www.elliekrieger.com.
For more of Ellie Krieger's recipes, eat-smart advice, and tips, check out her Kaboose column, Great Food, Healthy Family.
Nutrition Facts
Servings per Recipe:
8 (serving size: 1 pop)
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 185
Total Fat: 11g
Sat: 5g
Mono: 0g
Poly: 0g
Protein: 3g
Carb: 25g
Fiber: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 23mg
Servings:
8 (serving size: 1 pop)
This dish is a good source of fiber and vitamin A.
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