Banana Popsicles with Berries and Chocolate Shell | Healthy Summer Dessert!

Medically reviewed by Abbey Sharp, Registered Dietitian (RD), BASc.

These banana popsicles have a combination of sweet berries, a creamy banana cream base, a cereal pie “crust” that’s a high source of fibre, and a decadent dark chocolate shell.

Summer is HERE and that means BBQs, picnics and rendez vous with our favourite neighbourhood ice cream truck. But you don’t have to inhale an overpriced sundae to get your fix (not to mention- brain freeze!) These creamy and healthy banana popsicles are speckled with colourful berries and are dipped in decadent dark chocolate — Sorry, Mr. ice cream man, it’s going to be pretty slow business this summer!

Why This Recipe Works

If you’re looking for the perfect treat to keep you cool in these hot summer days, look no further! These banana popsicles are my favorite way to cool down because they’re

• Higher in protein and fiber compared to traditional popsicles
• Packed with real fruit
• Completely customizable
• A great way to get kids involved in the kitchen!

Key Ingredients

2 ripe bananas – Ripe bananas have a sweeter taste due to their starch breakdown – they may not be the prettiest bananas to eat alone, but they are the perfect addition to these banana popsicles!

Berries – I love adding a variety of berries to this recipe not only to keep these popsicles even prettier, but they also add extra fiber and antioxidants!

Plain Greek Yogurt – By using plain greek yogurt, we keep the added sugar content lower while packing in a ton of protein!

How To Make This Recipe

Step 1: In a food processor, puree together the yogurt and bananas. Stir in the berries and set aside.

Step 2: In a small bowl, mix together the cereal, honey, graham crackers and a pinch of sea salt. Set aside.

Step 3: Divide half of the yogurt mixture between 6 ice pop molds. Then add in 3/4 of the bran cereal mixture. Pack the ingredients down with a spoon and add 2 tablespoons of milk to each mold.

Step 4: Continue with the remaining yogurt, then sprinkle the last small 1/4 cup of the bran cereal mixture on the yogurt. Insert the ice pop sticks and freeze them for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight.

Step 5: Before serving, stir together the chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave safe dish. Microwave on high for 15 seconds. Remove and stir. Continue microwaving and stirring in 15-second intervals until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.

Step 6: Run the ice pop molds under hot water to easily remove the Ice Pop, then immediate dip the tops in the dark chocolate shell. Allow the shell to harden instantly and enjoy!

Expert Tips

To boost the fibre and cut sugar and fat in these banana popsicles, I whipped up a layer of pie “crust” made out of a combination of graham crackers and bran cereal. Bran cereal is an easy way to meet your recommended daily fibre intake — It’s also incredibly satiating so you can enjoy your healthy ice pops and not need a snack soon after!

Looking for the perfect ice pop molds for these banana popsicles? I personally love these silicone molds that make it super easy to pop out the pops and enjoy!

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More Recipes You Might Like

Looking for more delicious summer treats like these banana popsicles? Check out some of my favorites!

• WATERMELON CAKE
• NO BAKE CHEESECAKE RECIPE WITH MATCHA
• BANANA NICE CREAM WITH PISTACHIOS AND GREEN TEA
• VEGAN OREO CHEESECAKE

What are your favourite frozen treats? Have you tried making these banana popsicles? Leave me a comment below with your go-to ice pop combinations, and make sure to share this recipe with your friends and family!

Banana Popsicles with Berries and Chocolate Shell | Healthy Summer Dessert!

These summer inspired healthy Ice Pops offer the sweet creamy feel of frozen Banana Cream pie with a fibre-rich bran cereal pie crust.

5 from 7 votes

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes minutes

Servings: 6 people

Calories: 232kcal

Author: Abbey Sharp

Ingredients

Ice Pops

• ▢ 1 cup plain 0% Greek yogurt
• ▢ 2 small ripe bananas
• ▢ 1/4 cup strawberries finely chopped
• ▢ 1/4 cup Blueberries
• ▢ 1/4 cup Raspberries
• ▢ 1 cup bran cereal
• ▢ 1 tsp honey
• ▢ 2 tbsp graham crackers crushed
• ▢ 1 Pinch sea salt
• ▢ 3/4 cup skim milk

Chocolate Shell

• ▢ 1/2 cup dark chocolate finely chopped
• ▢ 1 tbsp coconut oil

Instructions

• In a food processor, puree together the yogurt and bananas. Stir in the berries and set aside.
• In a small bowl, mix together the bran cereal, honey, graham crackers and a pinch of sea salt. Set aside.
• Divide half of the yogurt mixture between 6 ice pop molds. Then add in 3/4 of the bran cereal mixture. Pack the ingredients down with a spoon and add in 2 tablespoons of milk to each mold.
• Continue with the remaining yogurt, then sprinkle the last small 1/4 cup of the bran cereal mixture on the yogurt.
• Insert the ice pop sticks and freeze for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight.
• Before serving, stir together the chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave safe dish. Microwave on high for 15 seconds. Remove and stir. Continue microwaving and stirring in 15-second intervals until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
• Run the ice pop molds under hot water to easily remove the Ice Pop, then immediate dip the tops in the dark chocolate shell. Allow the shell to harden instantly and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 232kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 94mg | Potassium: 479mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 281IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 137mg | Iron: 4mg

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Abbey Sharp

Abbey Sharp is a Registered Dietitian (RD), regulated by the Ontario College of Dietitians. She is a mom, YouTuber, Blogger, award winning cookbook author, media coach specializing in food and nutrition influencers, and a frequent contributor to national publications like Healthline and on national broadcast TV shows.