The Nutella Challenge - Frozen Banana/Nutella Pops dipped in Coconut

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Yes, it’s that time again. One of my favorite postings for each month is the Nutella Challenge. This is our 4th installment. You can catch all of the insanely delicious previous entries here (1st Set, 2nd Set, 3rd Set) Our participants have done an amazing job each month. Be sure to stop by their blogs & say hello! Every month I say, no way are they going to get any better than this, & HELLO they do! I’m so thankful to have so many more ways to enjoy one of life little pleasures NUTELLA!

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I came up with my entry while I was doing another challenge last month The Eat on 30 Project. We were on a strict budget & The kids desperately needed a sweet treat, okay who am I kidding, I NEEDED a sweet treat & this was not only budget friendly but oh so delicious.

Are you ready? They’re FROZEN BANANAS COVERED IN NUTELLA & rolled in a snowy bed of coconut. Oh yeah, it’s a smorgasbord for your palate. You’ve got the frozen banana that gives it a nice bite, the ever so luscious Nutella, and then the texture pleasing fluffy, cold & crisp coconut. Oh baby, this one is a keeper! I gave the option of using nuts. I would have loved to have done nuts but my Miss Priss can’t have nuts because of those pesky little braces, but you feel free to get a little nutty with yours!

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What you’ll need:
6 bananas - ripe & firm
1 small jar of Nutella
12 popsicle sticks or candy sticks
1 small package of coconut (or crushed nuts if you prefer)
parchment paper

What to do:
Peel the bananas and cut them in half. Insert sticks into center of cut section (careful not to tear banana) & place them on parchment paper & immediately into freezer for about an hour until they’re firm. When bananas are ready, Place your nutella into a double boiler & heat until it’s completely melted. WHILE Nutella is melting prepare your toppings (coconut or nuts) Place enough onto a separate piece of parchment paper large enough to roll/coat bananas. WHEN Nutella is ready, remove bananas from freezer and dip them into the melted Nutella. Use a spoon if you’re having a hard time covering all of the banana. Once the banana is covered in Nutella, quickly roll it in the coconut OR nut mixture. Place the covered banana back onto parchment paper & BACK into the freezer. Continue until all bananas are done.

Allow to sit in freezer for at least an hour before enjoying!

Buon Appetito!

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43 Comments to

“The Nutella Challenge - Frozen Banana/Nutella Pops dipped in Coconut”

  1. On November 1st, 2009 at Jen @ My Kitchen Addiction Says:

    Yum… those look tasty! Will have to put my thinking cap on again for this month’s Nutella Challenge!

  2. On November 1st, 2009 at uberVU - social comments Says:

    Social comments and analytics for this post…

    This post was mentioned on Twitter by bell’alimento: Frozen #NUTELLA Banana Pops! http://bit.ly/13E7rG #tnc…

  3. On November 1st, 2009 at Paula Says:

    Thanks Jen! They were so tasty. I can’t wait to try them dipped in nuts too! As always looking forward to your Nutella post. The popcorn balls were fab!

  4. On November 1st, 2009 at tami Says:

    I would like you to send 1927128362846 of those to my house ASAP. kthanksbye! :)

  5. On November 1st, 2009 at Paula Says:

    Going to store to stock up on Bananas, Nutella & Coconut & I’ll get right on that right ; )

  6. On November 2nd, 2009 at Timeless Gourmet Says:

    Sometimes I just want something sweet…….and sweet this is! Just my kind of straight forward treat!

  7. On November 2nd, 2009 at Miranda Says:

    I am making this for my girls. What is the best way to store?

  8. On November 2nd, 2009 at VeggieGirl Says:

    **drool**

  9. On November 2nd, 2009 at Chris Says:

    This is brilliant, but I think I may go for sprinkles over coconut.

  10. On November 2nd, 2009 at Brittany Says:

    YUM YUM YUM!

  11. On November 2nd, 2009 at Tweets that mention bell’ alimento » The Nutella Challenge - Frozen Banana/Nutella Pops dipped in Coconut -- Topsy.com Says:

    [...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Teddÿ and EmilyHere, Fernanda Echenique. Fernanda Echenique said: If you have kids you have to make these; http://tinyurl.com/ya864jk And with dark chocolate they might be a little bit healthier! Bon app! [...]

  12. On November 2nd, 2009 at banana_the_poet Says:

    I’m impressed and will be trying that ASAP! Yummy!

  13. On November 2nd, 2009 at Mardi @eatlivetravelwrite Says:

    I loved this when you posted it originally! One day I will get around to joining you guys in the nutella challenge!

  14. On November 2nd, 2009 at Paula Says:

    Thanks Timeless! I seem to always want something sweet and these are a great change of pace!

  15. On November 2nd, 2009 at Paula Says:

    Hi Miranda. I hope they love them. You can either cut back on the number of bananas you use to make less or I imagine putting them in an airtight container they would be fine in the freezer for a few days. Sadly nothing lasts very long in my house to freeze : )

  16. On November 2nd, 2009 at Paula Says:

    Thanks VeggieGirl. I drool everytime I see those pics. Need to pick up more bananas this week & do them again : )

  17. On November 2nd, 2009 at Paula Says:

    Hi Chris! Who doesn’t love sprinkles ; ) They’d be fab!

  18. On November 2nd, 2009 at Paula Says:

    Thanks Brittany! They are pretty dang yummy!

  19. On November 2nd, 2009 at Paula Says:

    Hi BananaThePoet! Thanks a bunch (tee hee, sorry couldn’t resist) Hope you dig them!

  20. On November 2nd, 2009 at Paula Says:

    Mardi, the more the merrier! Let me know when you’re ready & we’ll add you to the blogroll! We’d <3 for you to join us.

  21. On November 2nd, 2009 at alison Says:

    beautiful and delicious!

  22. On November 2nd, 2009 at Paula Says:

    Grazie mille Alison! Mwah!

  23. On November 2nd, 2009 at rebecca Says:

    oh wow heaven on a stick!

  24. On November 2nd, 2009 at Paula Says:

    Thanks Rebecca! There’s just something about those flavors together!

  25. On November 2nd, 2009 at Amy B.- Portland, OR Says:

    Oy vey swoooooon….Yes to the nuts, pass on the coconut. Either way, I can’t pass these up. Mille grazie!

  26. On November 2nd, 2009 at Paula Says:

    Ciao Amy! Nope, I certainly can’t pass them up either! Can’t wait to make them again!

  27. On November 2nd, 2009 at boomette Says:

    wow I never have nutella at home, but I might consider to buy one jar soon because of all these recipes with nutella.

  28. On November 2nd, 2009 at Paula Says:

    You should definitely stock up! It’s a must have item in my house!

  29. On November 2nd, 2009 at Wendy Says:

    Ooh. Yum. Easy and delicious!

  30. On November 2nd, 2009 at Paula Says:

    Thanks a bunch Wendy!

  31. On November 3rd, 2009 at federica Says:

    mamma mia mi stavo perdendo questa delizia!!!

  32. On November 3rd, 2009 at Paula Says:

    Ehila Federica! Grazie’, sono proprio pazza per questa delizia!

  33. On November 4th, 2009 at Bites from other Blogs | PC Secrets | Laptops Says:

    [...] make honey-sweetened Crunchy Banana Pops. A great variation on this is Bell’alimento’s Banana Nutella Pops Dipped in Coconut. For these, bananas are spread with Nutella and rolled in coconut, then they are frozen. The [...]

  34. On November 4th, 2009 at Michelle Says:

    OH MY…my nieces would just love these and they’re so pretty.

  35. On November 4th, 2009 at Paula Says:

    Thanks Michelle! They were enjoyed by little kids & big kids alike in my house ; )

  36. On November 5th, 2009 at Stephanie Says:

    Those look great. I just posted my Nutella Challenge for the month - Nutella Pie Crust Cresents!

    http://plainchicken.blogspot.com/2009/11/nutella-pie-crust-crescents.html

  37. On November 5th, 2009 at Paula Says:

    Thanks Stephanie! Yum!

  38. On November 7th, 2009 at Camille Says:

    OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  39. On November 8th, 2009 at woodwillam Says:

    Containing three natural sugars - sucrose, fructose and glucose combined with fiber,
    a banana gives an instant, sustained and substantial boost of energy.
    Research has proven that just two bananas provide enough energy for a strenuous 90-minute workout.
    No wonder the banana is the number one fruit with the world’s leading athletes.
    But energy isn’t the only way a banana can help us keep fit.
    regards

  40. On November 13th, 2009 at Lisa @ Stop and Smell the Chocolates Says:

    Such a simple idea - that’s great!! I actually got my challenge done before the very end of the month this time - LOL!

  41. On November 13th, 2009 at Paula Says:

    Thanks Lisa! I know, sometimes the simplest ones are the best ; )

  42. On November 17th, 2009 at lambang Says:

    May I taste it?

  43. On December 2nd, 2009 at Bandit a la mode Says:

    nom nom nom!

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