FROZEN CHOCOLATE MONKEY TREATS

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Everyone needs a fun, friendly way for kids to play with food. These rich bites are nutty and yummy. Just coat bananas in chocolate and dip them into peanuts, sprinkles or coconut. -Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 medium bananas
1 cup dark chocolate chips
2 teaspoons shortening
Optional toppings: Chopped peanuts, toasted sweetened shredded coconut and/or colored jimmies

Steps:

  • Cut each banana crosswise into 6 pieces (about 1 in. thick). Insert a toothpick into each piece; transfer to a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Freeze until completely firm, about 1 hour., In a microwave, melt chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip banana pieces in chocolate mixture; allow excess to drip off. Dip in toppings as desired; return to baking sheet. Freeze at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Alizaib Ansari
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These treats are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family. They're the perfect after-dinner snack or dessert.


Ashraf Zaki
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I wasn't sure how these would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. They're really delicious and they're a great way to use up ripe bananas.


Somto Ndubueze
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These are so good! I love the combination of chocolate, peanut butter, and banana. They're also really easy to make.


Diamond Andrews
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I've made these treats several times now and they always turn out great. They're the perfect frozen treat for a hot summer day.


Ev
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These treats are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family. They're the perfect after-dinner snack or dessert.


Jewaun Walters
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I wasn't sure how these would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. They're really delicious and they're a great way to use up ripe bananas.


R K
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These are so good! I love the combination of chocolate, peanut butter, and banana. They're also really easy to make.


vanessa tagorda
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I've made these treats several times now and they always turn out great. They're the perfect frozen treat for a hot summer day.


Fatboy Alvarado
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These treats are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my kids. They're the perfect after-school snack or dessert.


Eureka Creative Agency
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I'm not a huge fan of bananas, but these treats were still really good. The chocolate coating is perfect and the peanut butter adds a nice touch of flavor.


Mubarak Mubarakkmifran
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These Frozen Chocolate Monkey Treats were a huge hit with my family! They were easy to make and so delicious. I love that they are a healthier alternative to traditional ice cream treats.