DIPPED FRUIT ON A STICK

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Paula Marchese's quick and easy dessert idea has been a staple in her family for as long as she can remember. "Our five grown sons loved these when they were tots," she pens from Rocky Point, New York. "Nowadays, it's our two grandchildren who request the flavorful snacks."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons shortening
3 medium firm ripe bananas
3 medium apples
10 Popsicle sticks
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

In a microwave, melt chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Peel bananas; cut in half widthwise. Cut apples in half lengthwise; remove cores. Insert sticks into fruit; dip into chocolate, coating fruit completely; allow excess to drip off. Roll in nuts or coconut. , Place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Freeze for at least 20 minutes. Remove from freezer 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Fat 19g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 24mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.