Grilled bananas topped with chocolate are a delicious dessert that combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with the richness of melted chocolate. The bananas are grilled until caramelized, which gives them a slightly smoky flavor that pairs perfectly with the creamy chocolate.
These can be grilled or made on a Blackstone griddle.
This dessert is a quick and easy way to satisfy your sweet tooth, and it's perfect for a summer barbecue or a cozy night in.
If you love to grill in the Summertime like I do, please check out my recipe for Grilled Bacon, Pineapple, Chicken Kabobs, Beer Brats (It's only 4 Ingredients), How to Grill Top Sirloin Steak, and Grilled Corn on the Cob with Husks.
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Why You Will Love This Recipe
Banana boats make a fantastic dessert for Summertime and they can be grilled or baked in the oven. Check out my flavor combos and list below for even more banana boat flavors you can try this Summer.
There's just something about warm bananas with melted chocolate on top. When you toast the marshmallows in the grill, this dessert almost reminds me of S'mores. Kind of like these S'more Quesadillas!
Ingredients Needed
Bananas - Must be unpeeled and ripe bananas. The softer they are the better!
Chocolate chips - These can be dark, semi-sweet, or milk chocolate. Mini chocolate works better cause they fit into the banana slit better.
Miniature marshmallows - Do not use the jumbo marshmallows with these!
See recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
How to make Blackstone Banana Boats
Step 1: Cut banana peel lengthwise about ½ in. deep, leaving ½ in. at both ends. Open peel wider to form a pocket.
Step 2: Fill each with 1 teaspoon chocolate chips and 1 tablespoon of marshmallows. Crimp and shape four pieces of heavy-duty foil (about 12 in. square) around bananas, forming boats.
Step 3: Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5-10 minutes or until marshmallows melt and are golden brown.
Serving size: 1 banana boat
Oven: 400 for 5 to 10 minutes
Alternative Cooking Methods
- Oven – Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes.
- Air Fryer – Cook at 375°F for 5-6 minutes.
- Campfire – Place in the coals for 5 minutes.
Variations to Try
Banana Boats are so versatile to work with and you can easily change up the ingredients for them if you don’t like chocolate chips and marshmallows.
Smore’s - Graham Crackers, mini marshmallows, chocolate chips
Samoa Style - coconut, chocolate chips, and toast coconut flakes
Strawberry, Nutella, and marshmallows
Jelly and Peanut Butter Banana Boats
Nutella and Peanut Butter Banana Boats
Peanut Butter with Sliced Strawberry Banana Boats
Banana Split - strawberry sauce, crushed pineapples, cherries, and whipped topping
Tips for Grilled Banana Boats
If you are making these banana boats on the grill use aluminum foil and wrap the sides of the banana boats up so they are easier to handle and get off the grill. Cook the banana boats on a grill grate if your fire is hot.
To tell if the banana boats are ready to eat, the bananas will be soft and not firm.
Do not cut all the way down the banana. Make sure there is at least a quarter-inch space so that the bananas can sit on a flat surface as they cook.
Recipe FAQs
Cooked banana on a grill tastes warm and just like it tastes eatng a room-temperature banana. It's just a little warmer. It's soft and gooey.
Yes bananas are rich in potassium and good for heart health. However, I wouldn't eat it covered in chocolate and marshmallows every day. This is just a sweet Summer treat to enjoy every once in and while.
How do I store leftovers?
Always store leftovers in clean, food-grade containers. The type of container doesn’t really matter. Use zip lock, glass, plastic, whatever! Make sure to store any leftovers in an airtight container before putting it in the freezer or fridge.
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Blackstone Banana Boats
- Prep Time: 3 min
- Cook Time: 5 min
- Total Time: 10 min
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: Easy
- Method: Grill/Oven
- Cuisine: American
Description
Banana boats make a fantastic dessert for Summertime and they can be grilled or baked in the oven. Check out my flavor combos and list below for even more banana boat flavors you can try this Summer.
Ingredients
4 medium unpeeled ripe bananas
4 teaspoons miniature chocolate chips
4 tablespoons miniature marshmallows
Instructions
Cut banana peel lengthwise about ½ in. deep, leaving ½ in. at both ends.
Open peel wider to form a pocket. Fill each with 1 teaspoon chocolate chips and 1 tablespoon marshmallows. Crimp and shape four pieces of heavy-duty foil (about 12 in. square) around bananas, forming boats.
Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5-10 minutes or until marshmallows melt and are golden brown.
Serving size: 1 banana boat
Oven: 400 for 5 to 10 minutes
Notes
MyWW points: Blue: 4; Green: 4; Purple: 4
For easy grill clean up you can cook the banana boats in some foil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 banana
- Calories: 159.3
- Sugar: 20.4g
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: .7g
- Carbohydrates: 36.7g
- Fiber: 3.2g
- Protein: 1.8g
Jessica says
Excellent, simple treat that everyone loves! Also used up the residual heat after grilling steaks. As soon as we were done eating, these yummiest were ready!! Thanks for the great idea!