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How to Make Healthy Banana Ghost Halloween Treats

This article is written by a student writer from the Spoon University at Maryland chapter.

Sugary snacks lurk behind every door when Halloween season rolls around. This time of year brings high-calorie, fat-filled goodies that terrify anyone who’s trying to maintain a healthy diet. So if you’re looking to avoid the unwanted tricks from the candy companies this year, try making a homemade treat you can enjoy without fear. These adorable frozen Boo-nana ghosts are easy to make and will satisfy your Halloween sweet tooth.

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Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 30-45 minutes
Total time: 40-55 minutes

Serving Size: 2

Easy

Ingredients:
2 medium bananas
2 cups of vanilla greek yogurt
1/4 cup of raisins

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Directions:
1. Peel 2 medium bananas and slice them in half twice (first lengthwise and then horizontally) to make four quarters with each banana.

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2. Take your sliced bananas and place them into the freezer for 10 minutes.

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3. Take the bananas out of the freezer and dip each one into a bowl of the vanilla greek yogurt until they are covered completely.

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4.  Now it’s time to decorate your little ghosts. Take three raisins and place them onto each banana to create a spooky ghost face.

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5. Take your little ghosts and place them back into the freezer for 30-45 minutes.

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6. Remove your spooky creations from the freezer and enjoy each ghost as a healthy Halloween treat with your friends!

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