The sun is finally out and nothing tastes like carefree summer days more than a refreshing frozen treat. Of course, you could go to Andy’s or Red Mango, but there is something particularly wonderful about whipping up a little sweetness for yourself (and your friends!). Try enjoying these 3-ingredient frozen pops out on the Lakefill, where you’re sure to languish longer than the bananas last.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4-5 hours
Total Time: 4-5 hours
Servings: 9
Ingredients:
3 bananas, sliced into thirds
1 cup chocolate chips (try dark chocolate for extra decadence)
2 tablespoons peanut butter
9 popsicle sticks
Wax paper
Directions:
1. Cut the bananas into thirds after peeling. Gently push a popsicle stick into each banana piece.
![chocolate peanut butter banana pops](https://spoonuniversity.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2013/06/1-Cut.jpg)
Photo by Hannah Lin
2. Lay the banana pops on wax paper and put them in the freezer while you complete steps 3-5.
![chocolate peanut butter banana pops](https://spoonuniversity.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2013/06/2-Popsicle-Sticks-1.jpg)
Photo by Hannah Lin
3. Combine the chocolate chips and peanut butter in a bowl. Microwave the combination until melted (Keep an eye on the mixture so you don’t burn it!). Stir until smooth.
![chocolate peanut butter banana pops](https://spoonuniversity.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2013/06/5-Glaze.jpg)
Photo by Hannah Lin
4. Pour the mixture into a tall drinking glass. Remove the bananas from the freezer.
5. Dip each banana in the glass and coat it completely.
![chocolate peanut butter banana pops](https://spoonuniversity.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2013/06/6-Dip.jpg)
Photo by Hannah Lin
6. Lay the bananas back down onto the wax paper and put them in the freezer. Remove after about 5 hours and enjoy! Note: For some added crunch, try sprinkling with crushed nuts before freezing.
![chocolate peanut butter banana pops](https://spoonuniversity.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2013/06/7-Dipped.jpg)
Photo by Hannah Lin