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Bananas Dipped in Chocolate with Nuts

The rich creamy chocolate and crunchy toppings take sweet bananas over-the-top for a dessert that kids of all ages will love.
Course Desserts
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 large bananas, cut in half
  • 16 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 8 popsicle sticks
  • chopped nuts optional
  • shreeded coconuts optional
  • sprinkles optional

Instructions

  1. Line a large baking sheet with wax paper. Set aside. Place your desired toppings in bowls and set aside. Put 2 inches of water in the bottom of a double boiler. Bring to a simmer. Put the chocolate chips in top part of double boiler, stirring occasionally until melted and smooth. When fully melted, remove from heat.
  2. Take each half-banana and insert a Popsicle stick, leaving a sufficient enough stick to use for dipping and eating. Dip each banana into the chocolate, letting the excess chocolate drip back in to the pan. Using a spoon, coat the chocolate with your desired toppings. Place on baking sheet. Continue until all bananas are done. Cool in refrigerator for 2 hours and serve.
  3. Note: These are especially delicious as a frozen treat. After dipping, place baking sheeting in freezer for 3 -4 hours and serve. Delicious!