FROZEN CHOCOLATE MONKEY TREATS

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Everyone needs a fun, friendly way for kids to play with food. These rich bites are nutty and yummy. Just coat bananas in chocolate and dip them into peanuts, sprinkles or coconut. -Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

3 medium bananas
1 cup dark chocolate chips
2 teaspoons shortening
Optional toppings: Chopped peanuts, toasted sweetened shredded coconut and/or colored jimmies

Steps:

Cut each banana crosswise into 6 pieces (about 1 in. thick). Insert a toothpick into each piece; transfer to a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Freeze until completely firm, about 1 hour., In a microwave, melt chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip banana pieces in chocolate mixture; allow excess to drip off. Dip in toppings as desired; return to baking sheet. Freeze at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges