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Grilled Banana Boats Recipe

Grilled Banana Boats Recipe

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  • Author: Wesley
  • Prep Time: 7 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in a decadent treat with these Grilled Banana Boats. Perfect for a campfire or a backyard BBQ, these bananas stuffed with chocolate, sprinkled with cinnamon, and topped with ice cream are a delightful dessert that everyone will love.


Ingredients

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Banana Boats

  • 6 bananas (1 for each person)
  • 2 large Symphony chocolate bars (plain or with toffee and almonds)
  • 1 tsp cinnamon

Serving Suggestions

  • 3 cups ice cream (any flavor)
  • 1/2 cup raspberries (optional)
  • 1/2 cup roasted almonds, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Bananas: Cut a slit lengthwise in each ripe banana, ensuring not to cut all the way through. Stuff two pieces of chocolate into the slit.
  2. Add Cinnamon: Sprinkle the bananas lightly with cinnamon, then wrap them completely in aluminum foil.
  3. Grill the Bananas: Grill the bananas on high heat for about 5 to 8 minutes, flipping once during cooking. Carefully unwrap the foil and transfer the bananas to serving bowls.
  4. Serve: Top the grilled banana boats with scoops of ice cream and any desired toppings.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 banana boat
  • Calories: 372 kcal
  • Sugar: 32g
  • Sodium: 56mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 51g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 29mg