Boonanas – A Frozen Banana Ghost Halloween Treat Recipe
Boonanas are a fun and spooky frozen banana treat perfect for Halloween. These ghost-shaped frozen bananas coated in vanilla yogurt and decorated with mini chocolate chip eyes and mouths make a delightful, kid-friendly snack that is both healthy and festive.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 large bananas
- 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt
- 24 mini chocolate chips
- 8 popsicle sticks
Instructions
- Prepare the bananas: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat mat. Peel the bananas and cut each banana in half. Then slice each half crosswise in half, creating 8 pieces total.
- Insert sticks: Carefully insert a popsicle stick into the bottom of each banana piece, then place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Freeze bananas: Place the baking sheet with bananas in the freezer for 30 minutes to 1 hour until completely frozen.
- Dip in yogurt: Pour the vanilla yogurt into a tall glass. Dip each frozen banana piece into the yogurt to fully coat it, then return it to the baking sheet.
- Decorate: Place 3 mini chocolate chips on each yogurt-coated banana to form the eyes and mouth of the ghost.
- Final freeze: Return the baking sheet to the freezer for an additional 20 minutes to set the yogurt coating.
- Serve or store: Enjoy immediately or store the Boonanas in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Notes
- Use Silpat or parchment paper to prevent sticking during freezing.
- Vanilla yogurt works best for a smooth coating and sweet flavor; Greek yogurt can be used for added protein.
- Mini chocolate chips make perfect eyes and mouth details; you can also use raisins or edible markers.
- Ensure bananas are fully frozen before dipping to get an even yogurt coating.
- Serve as a fun and healthy snack for children during Halloween or any time of year.
