Ghostly Banana Pops
These Ghostly Banana Pops are a fun, festive, and slightly healthier Halloween treat. Made with bananas, white chocolate, and candy eyes, they’re simple enough for kids to help with and perfect for parties or after-school snacks. Quick to prepare and full of spooky charm, they’re sure to disappear fast from your Halloween table!
Equipment
- Microwave-safe bowl (or double boiler)
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Small spoon or offset spatula
Ingredients
- 4 ripe bananas not overripe, just firm enough to hold shape
- 1 ½ cups white chocolate chips or white candy melts
- 1 tbsp coconut oil optional, helps with melting chocolate
- 16 candy eyes
- 8 popsicle sticks or lollipop sticks
Instructions
- Prep the Bananas – Peel and cut each banana in half crosswise. Insert a popsicle stick into the cut end of each piece. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for at least 10 minutes (this helps the chocolate set).
- Melt the Chocolate – In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate chips with coconut oil in 30-second bursts, stirring in between until smooth. (Or use a double boiler on the stove.)
- Dip the Bananas – Remove bananas from freezer and dip each one into the melted chocolate, using a spoon to help coat evenly. Let excess drip off.
- Add the Eyes – While chocolate is still wet, press two candy eyes near the top of each banana to make a “ghost face.”
- Set & Serve – Return dipped bananas to parchment-lined tray and chill in fridge or freezer until firm (about 10–15 minutes). Serve right away or keep chilled until party time!