Chocolate Coated Banana Bites

banana bitesLooking for a fun, and (somewhat) healthy dessert idea for kids? You use your imagination to find the best toppings. Kids will come up with some great ones too!

Chocolate Coated Banana Bites

Ingredients
  • 3-4 bananas peeled and sliced into 1/2 inch slices
  • 2 cups chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • Toppings such as crushed Oreos, crushed Vanilla Wafers, toffee bits, sprinkles, coconut, finely chopped nuts, and other creative ideas for toppings. Place each topping in a separate bowl.
Preparation
  1. 7579127608_9273366f8aMicrowave chocolate and milk on low, stirring every 20 seconds until it reaches smooth dipping consistency. Let stand  to cool slightly.
  2. Dip each banana slice in chocolate first and shake off excess chocolate – then dip/roll in dish with your choice of topping(s). See below for option.
  3. Place chocolate dipped and coated banana slice on wax-paper lined cookie sheet (you can also use parchment paper or foil to line the cookie sheet).
  4. Repeat with remaining bananas, chocolate, and toppings.
  5. Freeze until firm, about 2-3 hours, then enjoy!

Another Option

banananananaPut a small dollop of peanut butter on the top of each banana slice on wax-paper lined cookie sheet. Slowly pour a small amount of chocolate over the banana/peanut butter to coat. You can also use a fork to gently dip banana/peanut butter into the chocolate. Freeze as directed above.

Kids will love making this dessert as much as they love eating it. Be creative with the toppings and have fun.