Frozen treats don’t have to be full of sugar. These chocolate banana popsicles are easy to make and loved by kids of all ages.
Ripe bananas are the main ingredient in these healthy homemade ice pops. With the addition of peanut butter, cocoa and avocado these turn into super healthy popsicles.
Banana popsicles blended with chocolate and avocado. Easy homemade frozen treats perfect for hot summer days. Rich, creamy, and nutrient dense with no added sugar.
Do you make homemade popsicles? Once the grandchildren came along, gramma is always looking for healthy ways to treat the kiddos. This healthy banana flavoured popsicle recipe is one of their favourites!
It’s like a fudge pop but a whole lot better. Makes me feel so good when I give them nutritious treats not full of sugar.
My grandson always asks me to make him pudding. Banana chocolate is one of his favourites. Since he loves it so much, I decided to turn it into a kid-friendly healthy popsicle, perfect for hot summer days (or any time of year).
There are so many delicious homemade popsicle recipes to make. Get creative with flavours and ingredients. Blackberry Lemon Tea Pops or Strawberry Cheesecake Popsicles are flavours you can’t buy in the store. Remember popsicles are not just for kids. Us adults like them too.
DIY Popsicle Recipe
With a few simple ingredients (that are a staple in most kitchens), it is really easy to make these healthy frozen banana treats.
- ripe bananas (I even use frozen bananas)
- avocado (fresh or frozen)
- peanut butter (any nut butter/peanut free butter)
- cocoa
- milk (any kind including non-dairy)
Making Homemade Chocolate Banana Popsicles
- Place all the ingredients into a blender, and blitz away. You can try using a food processor or immersion blender.
- Once you have your popsicle mixture blended, pour it into popsicle molds.
- Place in the freezer for at least 8 hours or overnight.
Suggestions / Recipe Tips
- Milk can be replaced with kind of milk, even plant based.
- Peanut butter can be replaced with any nut butter.
- Cocoa powder adds the chocolate element. Feel free to use more if you like.
- Ripe bananas work best, even ones right out of the freezer.
- Avocado and be fresh or frozen.
If the popsicles seem stuck when trying to get them out of the mold, run the mold under hot water for about 30 seconds.
Frozen ice pops can be stored in the mold until ready to use, or you can take them out of the mold and place them in an air tight freezer bag.
With no added sugar, these frozen peanut butter banana treats are a win all around. **Hint** They are awesome breakfast popsicles.
Best Molds For Popsicles
There are so many molds to choose from. Different sizes and shapes. I like to check they are BPA free and food safe. Here are a few to choose from (affiliate links):
Looking for more ways to incorporate bananas and avocados? Give these a try:
Smashed avocado toast is an easy recipe, perfect for any meal of the day. We often have it for dinner when I don’t feel like cooking.
Have you ever tried a healthy banana split? It is like having dessert for breakfast.
Basic Banana Bread recipe is always a hit in our house (and his). Easy to make. Simple ingredients. Moist and delicious results. Just like grandma used to make.
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Homemade Chocolate Banana Popsicles
Ingredients
- 2 bananas
- 2 ounces avocado
- 1 ½ teaspoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter (can be nut free)
- ½ cup milk (can be non-dairy)
Instructions
- Place all ingredients into a blender, and blitz until smooth.
- Pour into a popsicle mold.
- Place in freezer until frozen, at least 8 hours or overnight.
Susan
I love that these are sugar-free! What a great way to use up a couple of bananas in my refrigerator. I was thinking banana bread, but really want to try this recipe instead. Thank you!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I like making healthy treats when possible. These are a hit with the grandkids.
Gwynn Galvin
My grandkids really enjoyed this recipe. It is so flavorful and refreshing!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
My grandkids like them too. I like the fact they are also healthy.
Molly Kumar
This was totally delicious and super easy to make!! Loved the combination of banana with avocado and such a great protein rich dessert.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
A treat you don’t feel guility eating.
Tracy
I LOVE how absolutely healthy and delicious these are! No added sugar is needed for this healthy tasty treat!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I know right. NO added sugar is a bonus for sure.
Marie
This is the perfect snack for the summer!Love this texture!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
We all need some healthy summer treats. ENJOY!
MEGAN
Thank you for this clever recipe. We love how these turn out and the ingredients! Very fun as summer approaches.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
You are very welcome. Have a wonderful summer.
Debra Klein
Oh wow…how perfect. Love all the healthy ingredients….that I had in the house!!! Reminded me of the fudgicles of my youth. Pinning so I’ll have this recipe handy all summer long. THank you.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
My grandkids are already asking for these. ENJOY!!
Sara
I love that I have all of these ingredients on hand, and that they are all some of my favorites! What a simple and absolutely delicious (and nutritious) popsicle!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Yes it always makes you feel good to have a healthy treat….especially for the kids.
Sophie
These look so so good. I love fudge popsicles and these look so perfect. On my list!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
ENJOY….they are nutritious and delicious.
Marwin Brown
Looks delicious! Love that these are low sugar and easy to make!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
I love when I can make recipes without adding sugar.
Sara
This looks like my kind of guilt free indulgence! I love frozen bananas, so I know this is right up my alley!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Yes…guilt free for sure. ENJOY!