Snack-Worthy Frozen Yogurt Dipped Bananas Recipe - Tasting Table

"What sweet snack, then, can we rely on for a boost of energy during the all-too-familiar midafternoon slump? Fruit is never a bad option, and blending it into smoothies can be a great way to fill up without the dreaded sugar-filled crash. Smoothies day after day can get a little samey, though, and sometimes it's good to branch out and try a method that's arguably even better: covering the fruit in chocolate."

"Chocolate-covered fruit doesn't have to be a luxury reserved for romantic holidays. Bananas, which are easy to slice into bite-sized portions, can be dipped in high-protein yogurt and frozen before being dunked in chocolate for an extra-sweet exterior. Our version, as written with developer Michelle McGlinn, is also dusted with chopped pistachios for a crunchy, candy-like texture. Easy to make and store for quick afternoon snacks (or healthy late-night treats), these frozen yogurt-dipped chocolate bananas will quickly become a staple in your snacking routine."

"First, you'll need bananas. Look for bananas that are just barely ripe - they'll be mostly yellow, with just a hint of green color. These will be firm, but not bitter and grassy. If the bananas are brown, they will be overripe and too soft for dipping, so you might want to save those for banana bread instead. Once you have bananas picked out, grab plain Greek yogurt, dark chocolate, and pistachios, which will be shelled and finely chopped for topping."

Sweet cravings can be satisfied with fruit dipped in yogurt and coated in chocolate to avoid a sugar crash while providing energy. Bananas sliced into bite-sized pieces work well because they are easy to prepare and freeze. Choose bananas that are just barely ripe—mostly yellow with a hint of green—to ensure firmness for dipping. Dip slices in plain Greek yogurt, freeze them flat to prevent sticking, then dunk in dark chocolate and sprinkle with finely chopped pistachios for crunch. Store the finished pieces in the freezer to keep them from melting and for convenient grab-and-go snacks.

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