Thinking of snacks that aren’t chips or plain fruit can be a real challenge. My kids quickly tire of the same old apple or banana and start asking for ice cream or candy. I wanted something with bold flavor but not overly sweet, so I turned to ganache. Thus the Banana Pops with Vegan Ganache were born — a simple, quick, and delicious after-school treat that my kids loved so much I barely got a bite.

Ingredients for Banana Pops with Vegan Ganache

2 bananas
1 can coconut milk, chilled overnight
1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
Sprinkles (optional but fun)

How to Make Banana Pops with Vegan Ganache

Open the chilled can of coconut milk and scoop out the thick coconut cream that has risen to the top. Try to leave most of the watery part behind — you can save that for a smoothie or another use.
Place the coconut cream in a small saucepan and heat it over medium until it begins to simmer gently.
Remove from heat and add the dairy-free chocolate chips to the warm coconut cream.
Stir until the chocolate melts and the ganache is smooth and glossy.
Turn off the heat. Slice the bananas into even pieces and insert a cake pop stick into each slice.
Dip the tops of the banana slices into the ganache, using just enough to coat the top.
Immediately add sprinkles if using — they stick best while the ganache is warm.
Place the banana pops on a sheet of parchment to set. You can let them dry briefly, or enjoy them right away.
Serve on a plate and watch them disappear — they’re that good.

Yield: 12

Banana Pops with Vegan Ganache

Prep Time:
2 minutes

Cook Time:
10 minutes

Total Time:
12 minutes

Simple, quick, and delicious — these banana pops combine creamy banana with a rich vegan ganache for a snack kids love. They’re easy to customize with different toppings and perfect for an after-school treat.

Ingredients

2 bananas
1 can coconut milk, chilled overnight
1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
Sprinkles, optional

Instructions

Scoop the thick coconut cream from the chilled can, leaving most of the liquid behind.
Warm the coconut cream in a small pot over medium heat until it simmers gently.
Remove from heat and stir in the chocolate chips.
Mix until the ganache is smooth and glossy.
Slice the bananas and insert cake pop sticks into each piece.
Dip the tops into the ganache, coating just the top portion.
Add sprinkles if desired, then set the pops on parchment to finish setting.
Let them firm up briefly, or enjoy immediately.
Serve and enjoy — they’re a hit with kids and adults alike.

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