When I first tried to make Bluth Bananas, I tried a fairly basic recipe: Frozen Banana + Melted Chocolate (and a tiny bit of butter) = Profit, right? Unfortunately, that recipe resulted in clumpy, unappetizing bananas and way too thick of a coating. It was too rich and difficult to eat! However, I’ve figured out a way to make a prettier and more delicious chocolate banana: Magic Shell.
You know that stuff you can buy in the ice cream section at your store? It quickly becomes solid once it hits your ice cream? You can make it at home with two ingredients: semi-sweet chocolate chips and coconut oil. It will make the best Bluth Bananas. There will always be money in the banana stand with these babies.
Bluth Bananas
Ingredients:
- 4 Bananas
- 3/4 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup Coconut oil
- Chopped nuts, optional
- Popsicle sticks
Directions:
Carefully put a popsicle stick in each banana. Wrap the banana (I wrapped it in plastic wrap and placed it on wax paper) and place in the freezer. Let freeze for a few hours or overnight.
Place the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 1 minute. Remove and stir until ingredients are combined and smooth. (Ta-da! You’ve made Magic Shell!)
Take a frozen banana and dip into the chocolate mixture. You will most likely need to pour more chocolate over the banana using a spoon.
Roll one side of the banana over a plate of the chopped nuts. Let cool/harden on wax paper. Place back into the freezer until you’re ready to serve.
(If you have leftover “Magic Shell” you can store it in a container in your fridge. Just heat it up for a tiny bit in the microwave then spoon over the cold item of your choice!)
Great tip! I’ve been seeing chocolate covered bananas all over the internet lately. I think I have to hop on this trend.
Yes, definitely! I eat them even when not hosting Arrested Development parties because it’s a (slightly) healthier alternative to ice cream or other frozen treats!
Nice one. When the new series came out, my girls wanted something for the party. Cocanut oil – GENIUS, I have been using veggie oil. MUCH BETTER.
Right? It adds a delicious tropical taste! 🙂
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