Banana Nut Chocolate Ice Pops

These homemade banana nut chocolate ice pops are a delightful treat for hot summer days. Made with ripe bananas, chopped nuts, and a rich chocolate coating, these ice pops are creamy, refreshing, and packed with flavor. The combination of sweet bananas, crunchy nuts, and smooth chocolate creates a perfect balance of taste and texture. They are also easy to make and a great way to use up overripe bananas. Serve these ice pops and enjoy a cool and indulgent dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

• 2 ripe bananas
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts (such as walnuts or almonds)
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil

Directions

1. In a blender, combine the ripe bananas, milk, heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth.
2. Stir in the chopped nuts into the banana mixture.
3. Pour the mixture into ice pop molds, leaving a small space at the top for expansion.
4. Insert ice pop sticks into each mold and freeze for at least 4 hours or until completely set.
5. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semisweet chocolate chips and coconut oil together, stirring until smooth.
6. Remove the frozen ice pops from the molds by briefly dipping them in warm water.
7. Dip each ice pop into the melted chocolate mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.
8. Place the dipped ice pops on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for another 15 minutes or until the chocolate coating hardens.
9. Serve the banana nut chocolate ice pops chilled and enjoy!

Interesting Facts