These 3-ingredient frozen chocolate-covered banana bites are a decadent treat that your whole family will love. Make this copycat version of Trader Joe’s Gone bananas effortlessly at home.
![Frozen chocolate covered banana bites served on a white plate](https://simmertoslimmer.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/chocolate-covered-banana-bites.jpg)
Got extra bananas at home that nobody cares for? Turn them into these mini chocolate-covered banana treats. Bite-sized frozen bananas covered in chocolatey crust taste similar to ice cream.
It’s such a delicious method to sneak in some fruits in a dessert. I’m pretty sure nobody will complain!
Why you’ll love this recipe
- Needs lower than 10 minutes of hands-on time.
- You get your kids to eat more bananas.
- A fun dessert to make together with your kids.
- Tastes similar to ice-cream.
The best way to make chocolate-covered banana bites
Ingredients at a look
Toppings for frozen bananas
- Crushed nuts comparable to almonds, pistachios, dry roasted peanuts
- Sprinkles
- Sea salt
Freezing the bananas
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper.
Cut the peeled banana into the specified size. You’ll be able to halve a banana width-wise or cut it into 1.5 to 2-inch bite-sized pieces.
In the event that they are bite-sized, insert the toothpick in each of the cut slices and in the event you halved the bananas use a popsicle stick. Note: If you happen to don’t have either a popsicle stick or toothpick then cut the bananas bite-sized and use a fork to dip the bananas within the sauce as I did on this recipe.
![Bite-sized bananas placed on parchment paper](https://simmertoslimmer.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/chocolate-covered-banana-bites-steps.jpg)
Freeze the banana
Transfer the banana to the baking sheet and freeze for an hour.
Making the sauce
Mix the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwaveable bowl and warmth in a microwave for 15 seconds. Remove the bowl from the microwave and stir well.
Proceed to heat the bowl in 15-second increments and blend well, till the chocolate is totally melted.
![Chocolate sauce in a glass bowl](https://simmertoslimmer.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/chocolate-covered-banana-bites-steps-4.jpg)
If you will have halved your banana as an alternative of bite-sized pieces, transfer the chocolate sauce right into a tall juice glass. This can make it easier to dip the bananas.
Putting it together
The chocolate sauce will set quickly so be sure that your toppings are ready.
Remove the banana slices from the freezer. Using the toothpick or popsicle completely coat the banana slices with the chocolate and set it on the parchment paper. Alternatively, you need to use a fork or a spoon to dip the banana bites in chocolate sauce after which set it on the parchment paper to dry.
I prefer to use two spoons for this process – I take advantage of one spoon to dunk the banana bites within the chocolate sauce and the opposite spoon to slip it out back into the parchment paper.
![Banana bite covered with chocolate placed on a spoon over a glass bowl of chocolate](https://simmertoslimmer.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/chocolate-covered-banana-bites-steps-5.jpg)
Sprinkle the toppings immediately before the chocolate sets in. Repeat the method with the remaining slices.
Don’t throw away the leftover chocolate sauce – remove any banana bits from the chocolate sauce and refrigerate the leftovers for later. The sauce has the identical formula because the magic shell sauce so use it to top your ice-cream.
Serving suggestions
Either serve immediately or store it within the freezer. If taking out of the freezer, serve it immediately. Don’t thaw them, or else the bananas turn out to be gooey.
Storage instructions
Transfer the banana bites right into a freezer-safe Ziploc, if not consuming immediately. It would last within the freezer for a couple of month.
![Overhead shot of frozen chocolate banana bites served in a white plate](https://simmertoslimmer.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/copycat-trader-joes-gone-bananas.jpg)
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Frozen Chocolate Covered Banana Bites
These 3-ingredient frozen chocolate-covered banana bites are a decadent treat that your whole family will love. Make this copycat version of Trader Joe’s Gone bananas effortlessly at home.
Toppings
- sprinkles, coconut, chopped nuts, etc.
- Toothpicks or popsicle sticks
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper.
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Cut the peeled banana into the specified size. You’ll be able to halve a banana width-wise or cut into 1.5 to 2-inch bite-sized pieces.
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In the event that they are bite-sized, insert the toothpick in each of the cut slices and in the event you halved the bananas use a popsicle stick. Note: If you happen to do not have either a popsicle stick or toothpick then cut the bananas bite-sized and you need to use a fork or spoon to dip the bananas within the sauce.
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Transfer the banana to the baking sheet and freeze for an hour.
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Mix the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl and warmth in a microwave for 15 seconds. Remove the bowl from the microwave and stir well.
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Proceed to heat the bowl in 15-second increments and blend well, till the chocolate is totally melted.
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If you will have halved your banana as an alternative of bite-sized pieces, transfer the chocolate sauce right into a tall juice glass. This can make it easier to dip the bananas.
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Keep the toppings ready before you’re taking the bananas out of the freezer.
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Remove the banana slices from the freezer.
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Using the toothpick or popsicle, completely coat the banana slices with the chocolate sauce. Alternatively, you need to use a fork to dip the banana bites in chocolate sauce after which set it on the parchment paper to dry.
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Set the chocolate covered banana bites on the parchment paper to set.
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Sprinkle the toppings immediately before the chocolate sets in. Repeat the method with the remaining slices.
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Transfer the banana bites right into a freezer-safe Ziploc, if not consuming immediately. It would last within the freezer for a couple of month.
Serving suggestions
Either serve immediately or store it within the freezer. If taking out of the freezer, serve it immediately. Don’t thaw them, or else the bananas turn out to be gooey.
Storage instructions
Transfer the banana bites right into a freezer-safe Ziploc, if not consuming immediately.
Disclaimer: Approximate dietary information is provided as a courtesy and may vary depending on the precise ingredients/brands used. If you will have health issues, please work with a registered dietician or nutritionist.
Calories: 98kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 10mgPotassium: 53mgFiber: 1gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 43IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 1mg
This recipe was originally posted on July 18, 2015, and has been completely updated with pictures, step-by-step photos on ninth October 2020.