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Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Banana Boats

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These Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Banana Boats are a quick, easy, and customizable dessert featuring ripe bananas, juicy strawberries, and melty chocolate. Perfect for any occasion, they deliver nostalgic comfort with minimal fuss and endless topping options.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large ripe but firm bananas
  • 1 cup strawberries, hulled and diced
  • 1/2 cup semisweet or dark chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds, optional)
  • Pinch of sea salt (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons graham cracker crumbs or crushed cookies (optional)
  • 1–2 tablespoons nut butter or chocolate spread (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) or preheat your grill to medium.
  2. Place bananas (skin on) on a cutting board. Using a sharp paring knife, slice a deep slit lengthwise down the inside curve of each banana, being careful not to cut all the way through. Gently pull the peel and banana apart to create a pocket.
  3. Optional: Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of banana flesh from each to make more room for filling.
  4. Arrange the bananas slit side up in a rimmed baking sheet or casserole dish lined with foil or parchment.
  5. Spoon about 1/4 cup diced strawberries into each banana. Sprinkle about 2 tablespoons chocolate chips over the strawberries in each banana.
  6. Add optional toppings: mini marshmallows, chopped nuts, a pinch of sea salt, or a drizzle of nut butter or chocolate spread.
  7. Optional: Loosely tent the boats with foil for extra gooeyness, or leave uncovered for a crispier top.
  8. Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the chocolate is melted and the bananas are soft but still hold their shape. If grilling, close the lid and cook for 7-10 minutes, checking after 5 minutes.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool for 2 minutes. Top with crushed graham crackers, powdered sugar, or caramel if desired.
  10. Serve warm, right from the peel, with spoons. Optionally, scoop out and serve in bowls with whipped cream or ice cream.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, use vegan chocolate chips and skip marshmallows or use vegan marshmallows. For nut-free, omit nuts and use sunflower seed butter if desired. Try different fruits like blueberries or raspberries, or add a drizzle of caramel for extra decadence. Broil for 1-2 minutes at the end for crispy marshmallows. Best served warm, but leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated.

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