Banana S’mores Boats
Shanthi Appelo, MS, RD
| 1 min read
This healthier spin on s’mores delivers all the nostalgic campfire flavor with less mess and more portion control.
Warm bananas become soft and caramelized while melted dark chocolate and crunchy graham cracker crumbs create the perfect finishing touch. Bananas provide potassium and fiber, while dark chocolate offers a richer flavor that allows you to use less. Individual foil packets also make serving simple for backyard gatherings.
Total Time:
20 minutes
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cooking Difficulty:
Easy
Serving Amount
Ingredients
4 bananas
1⁄3 cup dark chocolate chips
1⁄4 cup crushed graham crackers
1⁄4 cup mini marshmallows
2 Tbsp. chopped peanuts or walnuts
Aluminum foil
Instructions
Step 1
Preheat grill to medium heat.
Step 2
Slice each banana lengthwise through the peel, creating an opening without cutting all the way through. Stuff bananas with chocolate chips, marshmallows and nuts.
Step 3
Wrap each banana loosely in foil. Grill for 5-7 minutes until bananas soften and chocolate melts.
Step 4
Remove from grill, unwrap foil, top with graham cracker crumbs and serve. Enjoy!
FAQ
1. Can I make banana s'mores boats without aluminum foil? Yes. You can place the stuffed bananas in a grill-safe pan or on the upper rack of the grill. Foil helps trap heat and prevent toppings from falling out, but it isn't required.
2. What type of chocolate works best? Dark chocolate chips are recommended, but milk chocolate, semi-sweet chocolate or chopped chocolate bars will also melt well and provide the classic s'mores flavor.
3. How do I know when the bananas are done? The bananas are ready when the peel has darkened, the fruit feels soft when gently pressed and the chocolate and marshmallows have melted. This typically takes about 5-7 minutes on a medium grill.
