These sweet Boo-nanas are too cute to be truly spooky, but they sure are fun. They’re also perfect for little hands, both to make and to enjoy. These sweet little banana ghosts will make the perfect addition to your Halloween dessert spread.
Halloween has always been one of the sons’ favorite holidays.
Every part of it- from the costume planning to creating fun (often gross) edible traditions- they’ve always been 100% committed.
They left no stone unturned either coming up with ideas for everything from appetizers, to dinner, to dessert.
Cooking something spooky in the kitchen has always been a fun collaboration- one I’ve cherished.
Boo-nanas are one of our favorites to come out of this tradition.
Easy, fun, and festive- these adorable banana ghosts are now a must have for our family every Halloween.
Ingredients Needed
Not a lot is needed to whip up a batch of banana ghosts, which makes them a perfect last minute idea!
To make them you’ll need:
- Bananas – You need four ripe bananas. Look for bright yellow ones, with little to no green. Also, since the bananas need to be sturdy- choose ones without many brown spots.
- White Chocolate – This recipe needs 8-12 ounces white chocolate- you could use almond bark, white chocolate wafers/melts, or even white chocolate chips.
- Coconut – Coconut flakes, you can use sweetened or unsweetened- depending on your preference.
- Chocolate Chips – Mini chocolate chips make the perfect cute little eyes on these Boo-nana banana ghosts.
- Popsicle Sticks – Either popsicle sticks or wooden skewers are need for the popsicle handles.
How To Make
These Boo-nanas are super easy to make, making them a perfect last minute Halloween treat!
To start, you’re going to need to melt your white chocolate.
I suggest using a double boiler on the stove top for this process. Set it over low heat & stir it frequently.
Using a double boiler to melt chocolate gives you a more even, fool proof melt- provided you stir it often.
If you prefer to melt it in a bowl in the microwave, that’s also an option.
Once the white chocolate’s melted and smooth, remove it from the heat and set aside.
Gently insert your popsicle sticks, or skewers, into the center of the bottom of the cut side of your banana halves.
They don’t need to go all the way through, but should be inserted at least halfway through the cut fruit center.
Any less and they won’t be sturdy enough for the chocolate dip.
Carefully dip a skewered banana in the melted white chocolate, turning to coat evenly.
Let any excess chocolate drip off for a second or two, and then transfer the chocolate dipped banana to a shallow plate with the flaked coconut.
Turn the banana to coat it evenly in the shredded coconut.
Transfer the finished banana pop to a sheet of wax paper on a flat surface. Repeat until all the bananas are finished.
Place two mini chocolate chip eyes onto each banana pop, and press them in gently to set.
I prefer to push them in with the pointy end facing down, but that’s just personal preference.
Let the Boo-nanas rest until the chocolate has completely set up and hardened. I let mine sit 10-15 minutes to be sure.
That’s it- you’re ready to enjoy your banana ghost pops!
TIPS & TRICKS
- Don’t have mini chocolate chips? Regular chocolate chips make perfect oversize eyes. You could also use candy eyes, or even raisins.
- Want frozen banana pops instead? Have the wax paper on a baking sheet, and then transfer the pops on the baking sheet to the freezer. Freeze for 3-4 hours, then enjoy!
- Making a large batch? These can be stored in an air tight container in the freezer for up to a month!
Other Halloween Snack Recipes
What’s not to enjoy with these chocolate covered banana ghosts?
White chocolate covered bananas? Move over chocolate covered strawberries.
Chocolate covered bananas rolled in shredded coconut? Yes, please.
A delightfully adorable spooky snack, or dessert, served on a stick (because everything’s better served on a stick, am I right?), hand them over!
And then there’s the fact that they’re a much healthier alternative to candy or other sugary, although festive, options for your little ghosts or goblins.
Make a batch or two, and be sure to serve them at your next Halloween party!
Looking for other easy Halloween snack recipes? Check these out:
- Blood & Guts Cinnamon Rolls
- Candy Corn Cookie Bars
- Creepy Crawly Dirt Cups
- Jello Marshmallow Monster Tongues
- Dirty Kitty Litter Cake
- Monster Popcorn Munch
- Moonlit Pumpkin Patch Pudding Snacks
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BOO-NANA Banana Ghost Pops
Ingredients
- 4 bananas peeled and cut in half
- 8-12 oz white chocolate
- 1 cup shredded coconut flakes sweetened or unsweetened
- mini chocolate chips
- popsicle sticks or wooden skewers
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate using a double boiler, stirring frequently until melted and smooth.
- Gently insert the sticks or skewers into the center of the banana through the cut end. Carefully dip the bananas into the melted chocolate, turning to evenly coat before removing from the chocolate.
- Quickly transfer the coated fruit to a plate of shredded coconut, again turning to coat. Place the banana onto a sheet of wax paper. Place two chocolate chips onto the fruit, and gently press them into the coated fruit for eyes.
- Repeat the steps, as needed, until all the bananas are done. Leave them resting on the wax paper until the chocolate coating has hardened.
Notes
- Don't have mini chocolate chips? Regular chocolate chips make perfect oversize eyes. You could also use candy eyes, or even raisins.
- Want frozen banana pops instead? Have the wax paper on a baking sheet, and then transfer the pops on the baking sheet to the freezer. Freeze for 3-4 hours, then enjoy!
- Making a large batch? These can be stored in an air tight container in the freezer for up to a month!
Nutrition
recipe originally posted October 24, 2015
anisakazemi says
Haha so clever!
4 Sons 'R' Us says
Thanks, we sure thought so 🙂
Susan says
Absolutely adorable! Love that idea. I especially like the picture of your son about to devour it. Thanks for sharing!
4 Sons 'R' Us says
Thanks, Susan and I’m so glad you enjoyed the post. There’s never a dull moment around here, even in the kitchen. Sometimes I’m even lucky enough to capture them.
FrugalHausfrau says
Oh, these are just darling! I think my grandbabies would love them – any time of year!!
4 Sons 'R' Us says
Thanks, Mollie! They’re great for kids of all ages and kids at heart.
Amy Katz from Veggies Save The Day says
I love this idea. So cute!