Active Time

　　20 minutes

　　Total Time

　　1 hour

　　These crowd-pleasers are loaded with potassium and antioxidants. Double the recipe for playdates and parties.

　　

Ingredients

Makes 4 servings

　　2 ripe but firm bananas

　　6 ounces dark chocolate, chopped, or semisweet chocolate chips

　　2 tablespoons vegetable oil

　　1/2 cup granola, chopped pecans and walnuts, or sprinkles (optional)

　　

Step 1

Line a baking sheet with nonstick foil or parchment paper.

　　

Step 2

Cut the bananas in half and insert a Popsicle stick into each half, as shown. Place them on the baking sheet and freeze for 15 minutes.

　　

Step 3

Meanwhile, melt the chocolate with the oil in a Pyrex measuring cup in the microwave (check it every 30 seconds) or in a half-full pan of simmering water (about 2 minutes). Stir until smooth.

　　

Step 4

Roll each banana half in the chocolate, then quickly sprinkle with your topping (if using).

　　

Step 5

Freeze until the chocolate sets, 30 minutes. Serve or freeze in an airtight container for up to a week.