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Banana Truffles

Indulge in these quick and easy banana truffles that combine ripe bananas with a creamy filling and a luscious chocolate coating.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 truffles
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces ripe bananas The riper, the sweeter!
  • 1 cup crushed cookies (such as graham crackers or vanilla wafers) You can experiment with different types of cookies.
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Can be substituted with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 8 oz chocolate (for melting) Use dairy-free chocolate for a vegan version.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  2. Add the crushed cookies and softened cream cheese to the bowl, and mix until well combined.
  3. Roll the mixture into small bite-sized balls and place them on a baking sheet.
  4. Melt the chocolate in a microwave or double boiler.
Coating
  1. Dip each truffle into the melted chocolate, ensuring it’s fully coated.
  2. Place the chocolate-coated truffles back on the baking sheet and refrigerate until the chocolate hardens.
Serving
  1. Serve and enjoy as a refreshing dessert or snack.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Allow to thaw in the refrigerator before serving.