Description
Banana Boats with Yogurt and Berries deliver a delightful dessert adventure combining ripe bananas, creamy yogurt, and fresh berries. Sweet meets tangy in this simple, elegant treat that delights both kids and adults with its playful presentation and wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 Bananas, cut in half
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
Toppings:
- ¼ cup Almond slices
- ¼ cup Granola
- ¼ cup Dried coconut
- ¼ cup Lily’s chocolate chips
Berries:
- ¼ cup Blueberries
- ¼ cup Raspberries
- ¼ cup Blackberries
Instructions
- Select ripe, firm bananas without bruises and lay them on a clean cutting board.
- Using a sharp paring knife, slice each banana precisely down the center lengthwise, creating two equal halves without cutting completely through.
- Gently spread of creamy Greek yogurt along the exposed inner surface of each banana half, ensuring an even coating.
- Scatter a generous mixture of sliced almonds, crunchy granola, and shredded dried coconut across the yogurt-covered banana surfaces.
- Artfully arrange a colorful medley of fresh blueberries, vibrant raspberries, and deep purple blackberries over the yogurt and nut mixture.
- Complete the dessert by sprinkling Lily’s sugar-free chocolate chips across the top, adding a delightful chocolatey crunch to the fruity creation.
Notes
- Slice bananas carefully to keep them intact for a perfect presentation.
- Choose thick Greek yogurt for a creamy, protein-packed base that holds toppings well.
- Mix different berries to create a vibrant, antioxidant-rich topping that adds natural sweetness.
- Toast almond slices and granola briefly to enhance their nutty flavor and crunch.
- Drizzle melted dark chocolate or sprinkle sugar-free chocolate chips for a guilt-free indulgence.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast between cool yogurt and fresh, juicy berries.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg