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    Banana Popsicles

    by Vanessa Gilic · Published: Jun 6, 2023 · Updated: Aug 28, 2023
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    Cool off with these healthy, easy-to-make banana popsicles! All you need is a few simple ingredients and a popsicle mold. Perfect for a hot summer day!

    Banana popsicles sitting on a round white platter of ice cubes with slices of banana beside it.

    Here’s Why You’ll Love Them

    • Quick and easy to make: Only takes a few minutes to prep! The hardest part is waiting for them to freeze.
    • Just 4 simple ingredients: These healthy, homemade popsicles are made with just a few real food ingredients.
    • Kid and adult friendly: A refreshing frozen treat that both kids and adults will love!
    • Great way to use up overripe bananas! Most of the time we think of banana bread or muffins when we have ripe bananas to use up but baking in the summer can really heat up the house. These banana popsicles are a great no-cook recipe to make instead! Banana overnight oats is another great one!

    If you love the combination of chocolate and bananas, then make sure to also check out this recipe for Chocolate Banana Popsicles!

    Banana popsicles sitting on a tray of banana slices.

    Ingredients You’ll Need

    To make these banana popsicles, you will need four simple ingredients:

    Labelled photo of ingredients needed to make banana popsicles.
    • Bananas: Use ripe bananas for sweeter, more flavorful popsicles.
    • Creamy Liquid: Cream, full fat coconut milk or milk of choice.
    • Sweetener: A little honey or maple syrup is added to taste depending on personal preference and how sweet the bananas are.
    • Vanilla Extract: Adds delicious flavor that pairs well with banana.

    Detailed ingredient list and directions located in the recipe card below.

    Tip: The key to delicious banana popsicles is using ripe bananas! The riper the bananas are, the sweeter and more flavorful the popsicles will be. This recipe is a great way to use up overripe bananas.

    Special Equipment

    Just grab a blender and a popsicle mold and you’re ready to get started!

    • Blender: This is needed to blend up the banana popsicle mixture. I use Vitamix which is a high-powered blender but it blends this mixture with incredible ease so any blender should work just fine.
    • Popsicle Mold: Avoid frustration by using a good popsicle mold that doesn’t hold your popsicles hostage! Here are some of my top picks for the best popsicle molds. My favorite is this stainless steel popsicle mold which I have had for many years.

    How To Make Banana Popsicles

    These homemade banana popsicles are super easy to make! Simply…

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    1. Add ingredients to blender: Place all the ingredients into a blender.
    2. Blend: Blend until smooth.
    3. Pour into popsicle molds: Pour mixture into popsicle molds, leaving a bit of space at the top for them to expand. This recipe makes six popsicles using this popsicle mold but quantity will vary depending on the size of mold used.
    4. Freeze: The popsicles usually take about 4-6 hours to freeze but this will vary depending on your freezer and the size of your popsicles. I usually just freeze overnight and enjoy the next day! To serve, run the popsicle mold under warm water for a few seconds until they easily release. Enjoy!

    Variations

    Feel free to customize your banana popsicles. Here are a few ideas…

    • Add-ins: Add some additional flavor to the mixture with an add-in like cinnamon, nutmeg, peanut butter, mini chocolate chips or an additional fruit like strawberries.
    • Make it tropical: Make a tropical variation by adding some mango and using coconut milk.
    • Make it creamier: Make a creamier version by using heavy cream or yogurt.
    • Dip it in chocolate: Dip or drizzle with melted chocolate and roll in chopped nuts, shredded coconut or sprinkles if you like.
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    A Few Questions Answered

    How long does it take for the banana popsicles to freeze?

    It usually takes between 4 to 6 hours for the popsicles to freeze solid. However, the timing will depend on how cold your freezer is and the size of your popsicles. I usually just freeze overnight and enjoy the next day.

    Can you use frozen bananas?

    Absolutely! Just semi-thaw them first so that they blend easily into a pourable mixture.

    How do you store homemade popsicles?

    You can simply keep them stored in the popsicle mold. However, if you need your popsicle mold for a new batch, you can remove the popsicles, wrap each one up in plastic wrap or reusable beeswax food wrap and store in a freezer bag or airtight container. Package quickly so they don’t melt!

    How long do homemade popsicles keep in the freezer?

    You can store them in the freezer for 1 to 2 months. They won’t go bad if stored longer but may develop a frosty texture if stored too long.

    Hand holding a banana popsicle with bite taken out of it.

    More Popsicle Recipes

    Looking for more homemade popsicle recipes? Give these a try!

    • Mango Popsicles
    • Lemonade Popsicles
    • Orange Lemon Lime Popsicles
    • Chocolate Banana Popsicles
    • Watermelon Strawberry Popsicles

    And if you love easy homemade frozen treats, then make sure to also check out these Blender Ice Cream and Strawberry Slush recipes.

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    I hope you enjoy these banana popsicles! Leave me a comment below if you give them a try!

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    Banana Popsicles

    ★★★★★ 5 from 8 reviews
    • Author: Vanessa | Maple + Mango
    • Prep Time: 5 min
    • Total Time: 5 min (plus freeze time)
    • Yield: 6 1x
    • Category: Dessert, Snack
    • Method: Freeze
    • Cuisine: American
    • Diet: Vegetarian
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    Description

    Cool off with these healthy, easy-to-make banana popsicles! All you need is a few simple ingredients and a popsicle mold. Perfect for a hot summer day!


    Ingredients

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    • 3 large ripe bananas
    • 1/4 cup cream, full fat coconut milk or milk of choice
    • 1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup, to taste
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    Instructions

    1. Blend: Place all the ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.
    2. Pour into popsicle molds: Pour mixture into popsicle molds.
    3. Freeze: Freeze for at least 4-6 hours until solid (preferably overnight).  Enjoy!

    Notes

    • This is the popsicle mold that I used (it’s my favorite!).  This recipe makes 6 popsicles using this mold but quantity will vary depending on the size of popsicle mold you use.
    • The key to delicious banana popsicles is using ripe bananas! The riper the bananas are, the sweeter and more flavorful the popsicles will be. This is a great no-cook recipe to use up overripe bananas.
    • Store in freezer for 1-2 months.  Keep popsicles stored in the popsicle mold or wrap each one up in plastic wrap or reusable beeswax food wrap and store in a freezer bag or airtight container.
    • If you want to take it a step further, these popsicles are also delicious dipped in melted chocolate and rolled in chopped nuts, shredded coconut or sprinkles.

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    Reader Interactions

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    1. Kathleen

      June 12, 2023 at 9:56 am

      Quick and easy to make these healthy banana popsicles are perfect for my family.

      ★★★★★

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    2. Patricia

      June 12, 2023 at 9:45 am

      So, so easy to make! Loved cooling off with these healthier treats! In AZ, it’s hot, hot, hot, and I love that I can have these goodies on hand! Plus, another option to use up bananas instead of banana bread!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    3. Suja md

      June 12, 2023 at 9:33 am

      This looks and sounds fabulous! Love this recipe.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    4. Erik

      June 12, 2023 at 9:18 am

      Everyone loved the flavor. So fun to make too!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    5. Asha

      June 12, 2023 at 8:33 am

      Such a great way to use up overripe bananas during the summer when you don’t feel like turning on a hot oven. Tasty too!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    6. nancy

      June 11, 2023 at 2:03 pm

      i love this recipe. I always have extra overripe bananas. this popsicle is refreshing and perfectly sweet

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    7. sonya

      June 09, 2023 at 3:47 am

      I love how simple these are to make! A delish way to cool off in the summer. Our family loved them!

      ★★★★★

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      • Vanessa | Maple + Mango

        June 09, 2023 at 12:56 pm

        I’m so happy that they were a hit with your family!

        Reply
    8. Marie-Pierre Breton

      June 08, 2023 at 3:33 am

      This sounds like a winning recipe for the kiddos this summer!! The sweet banana and coconut milk will blow their little brains! Thanks!

      ★★★★★

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      • Vanessa | Maple + Mango

        June 08, 2023 at 9:12 am

        You’re welcome! It’s great for kids since they love popsicles and as a parent you feel good knowing that you basically gave them a healthy fruit snack!

        Reply

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