Best Grilled Banana Boats Recipes

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GRILLED BANANA BOATS



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Have s'more fun making dessert outdoors with this fresh and fruity idea.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 ripe firm large bananas, unpeeled
6 tablespoons chocolate chips
6 tablespoons miniature marshmallows
2 tablespoons chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Cut 6 (12-inch) sheets of heavy-duty foil. Heat gas or charcoal grill, or heat oven to 350°F.
  • With sharp knife, make deep lengthwise cut along inside curve of each banana, being careful not to cut all the way through. Open slit to form pocket. Crimp and shape 1 sheet of foil around each banana, forming boats.
  • Holding each banana in hand, fill pocket with 2 tablespoons chocolate chips, 2 tablespoons marshmallows and about 1/2 heaping teaspoon chopped pecans.
  • Return each banana to its foil boat. Seal top of foil, leaving 2 to 3 inches headspace. Place on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 8 to 10 minutes or until marshmallows soften. Or bake 15 to 20 minutes in oven until marshmallows soften. (Can also place in campfire coals to cook.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 4 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Banana Boat, Sodium 5 mg, Sugar 24 g, TransFat 0 g

GRILLED BANANA BOATS



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Provided by Nancy Fuller

Categories     dessert

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 2

4 medium bananas
1 cup assorted chopped chocolate candies

Steps:

  • Use a paring knife cut a canoe-shaped opening in the top of the curved side of the banana. Peel back the peel and slice the banana down the center lengthwise, being carefully not to cut through to the other side. Open up the banana, making a pocket for the candy. Scoop a small amount of the banana out. Sprinkle each banana with 1/4 cup chopped candy. Wrap the banana in foil and grill, covered, until the candies are melted and the bananas are soft, 15 minutes.

GRILLED BANANA BOATS



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Warm bananas, gooey marshmallows, melted chocolate and coconut - all grilled to perfection! What could be better? Try this dessert after any meal. It's a definite crowd pleaser for adults and kids.

Provided by Kenyon

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 bananas, unpeeled
4 tablespoons mini marshmallows
4 teaspoons mini chocolate chips
4 teaspoons coconut

Steps:

  • Cut 4 12-inch sheets of heavy duty foil. Set aside.
  • Heat your grill. if using one of Kenyon's many grill options you'll want a medium heat (4 bars).
  • With a sharp knife, make a deep lengthwise cut along the inside curve of each banana, being careful not to cut all the way through.
  • Open slit to form pocket.
  • Crimp and shape 1 sheet of foil around each banana, forming boats. Once foil is shaped, set aside again.
  • Holding each banana with the pocket slits facing up, fill each with 1 tablespoon marshmallows, 1 teaspoon coconut and 1 teaspoon chocolate chips.
  • Return each banana to its foil boat and seal the top of the foil, leaving 2 to 3 inches of headspace.
  • Place bananas on the grill and cover for 4 to 5 minutes per side or until the marshmallows soften.
  • If you would like, add extra toppings like nuts or whipped cream, after you have removed the bananas from the grill.
  • serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.1, Fat 1.5, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 4, Carbohydrate 31.8, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 18.2, Protein 1.5

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