Are banana popsicles healthy?

Yes, they can be considered a healthy treat! Although bananas contain more carbohydrates and natural sugars than most other fruits, they are healthy in moderation. Peanut butter is a healthy protein source, and coconut milk is an excellent alternative to dairy. These popsicles are high in calories, but they will give you a healthy energy boost. See my other healthy snack ideas in this list of the best gluten-free and dairy-free snacks .

How can I make the banana popsicles softer?

The more coconut cream the popsicles contain, the softer they'll be. So, for the softest and creamiest popsicles, use coconut cream. Light coconut milk and other plant milk will give you a slightly harder popsicle. They'll still be delicious, though.

This recipe doesn't contain sweetener; should I add some?

Feel free to add sweeteners like maple syrup or honey if you have a sweet tooth. However, bananas are naturally sweet, so you'll probably not need any additional sweetener. For the sweetest bananas, freeze them when they are overripe.

What's the best way to freeze bananas?

You can freeze bananas whole with or without the peel. If you freeze bananas without the peel, put them in a freezer-friendly bag. If you leave the peel on, remove it by submersing the banana in hot water for a few seconds to defrost the peel. Cut the banana carefully; it will be frozen! Another option is to freeze the bananas already sliced. Slice the bananas into 1/2-inch rounds, spread the pieces across a baking sheet lined with wax paper, and freeze them for around four hours. Remove from the freezer and store the frozen pieces in an airtight container. See my guide for how to freeze bananas .

Can I use green bananas for this recipe?

No, it's best to use ripe yellow bananas with brown spots for this recipe, as the ripe bananas will have more natural sugar and sweetness to them. You can even use overripe bananas for this banana popsicle recipe.

Banana Popsicles

Name: Banana Popsicles
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 h
Total time: 5 h 5 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Healthy
Ingredients: 2 medium-sized frozen bananas; 1 cup of full-fat coconut milk; 2 tbsp of peanut butter or almond butter; 2 ounces dark chocolate (optional, for topping)

Ingredients

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2 medium-sized frozen bananas
1 cup of full-fat coconut milk
2 tbsp of peanut butter or almond butter
2 ounces dark chocolate (optional, for topping)

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Instructions

Carefully cut the frozen bananas into smaller pieces.
Put the bananas, coconut milk, and peanut butter in a large food processor.
Blend everything until the mixture is completely smooth. You may need to stop the food processor to scrape the sides down if the mixture is sticking.
Pour the mixture into your popsicle molds.
Freeze for at least five hours.
Remove the popsicles from the molds and serve immediately. Or, if you want to add a chocolate topping, melt your chocolate in a double boiler or in a small bowl in the microwave. Dip each popsicle in the chocolate until you’ve used up all the chocolate. Alternatively, you can use a spoon to drizzle the melted chocolate over the popsicles.
Lay the popsicles on a parchment-paper lined baking tray or plate and freeze for 15-20 minutes or until the chocolate coating has hardened.

Author: Carrie Forrest, MPH in Nutrition
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 hours
Category: Dessert
Method: Freezer
Cuisine: Healthy
Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 popsicle
Calories: 141
Sugar: 5.4 g
Sodium: 28 mg
Fat: 10.9 g
Saturated Fat: 7.7 g
Carbohydrates: 11.2 g
Fiber: 1.3 g
Protein: 2.4 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg