Cozy Campfire Banana Boats
An easy, mess-free campfire dessert featuring ripe bananas stuffed with melted chocolate and toasted marshmallows, perfect for outdoor gatherings or a cozy treat at home.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Bananas, ripe but firm
- Chocolate chunks or chips (milk and dark mix preferred)
- Marshmallows, regular size or mini
- Aluminum foil, heavy-duty
- Optional add-ins: chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts), shredded coconut, cinnamon or chili powder, peanut butter or almond butter
Instructions
- Prep your fire or heat source to medium heat (about 350°F).
- Slice each banana lengthwise down the middle, leaving about ¼ inch uncut at the base to keep the peel intact.
- Gently open the banana without removing the peel to make room for fillings.
- Fill the banana with chocolate chunks and marshmallows; add optional nuts or other extras if desired.
- Wrap the banana tightly in heavy-duty aluminum foil, double-wrapping to avoid leaks.
- Place the foil packets on hot coals or grill for 8 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Remove from heat using tongs or heat-safe gloves and let cool for a minute or two.
- Open the foil and peel back the banana skin; serve warm directly in the peel.
Notes
Use medium heat to avoid burning the peel or marshmallows. Double-wrap in foil to trap heat and prevent drips. If chocolate isn’t melting, extend cooking time slightly. Ripe bananas with yellow skin and some brown spots work best. Toast marshmallows separately under a broiler for extra crunch if desired. Oven bake at 375°F for 10-15 minutes or air fry at 350°F for 8-10 minutes as alternatives to campfire.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 banana boat
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 28
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 3
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