Greek Yogurt Frozen Banana Pops make a healthy and delicious summer snack or dessert that kids absolutely adore.
Heads up! This post was first published in March 2011, before my son Luke was even born. I’ve updated the recipe and the new photos reflect the recipe changes. I’ve left the old photos, also, and the text is mostly original with a few updates.
First and foremost, I am a full-time mom. I can’t push the pause button on my responsibilities when I want to work on this blog. Many times, Meghan is around when I am snapping pictures for my posts.
That’s why her little hand snuck its way into the photo above. She was having one of the pops for her snack, but finished it before I was done getting my shots and she wanted another one.
She kept grabbing for another pop despite my efforts to ask her to wait. Patience is something we’re working on over here, but it’s a work in progress. 🙂
It turned out that the best photos of the bunch had her hand in them, so I went with it. As you can guess, she loved this snack. Even though it snowed this weekend, I’ve been on a frozen treat kick. First, it was the Mint Chocolate Chip Milkshakes that everyone loved, and now these Greek Yogurt Frozen Banana Pops that are also delicious. Can you tell I’m ready for summer already?
If you aren’t quite in warm weather mode yet, you can just bookmark this page for those hot summer days when you want a cool frozen treat, but aren’t interested in the added sugars or artificial colors you find in regular ice cream treats or popsicles.
Edited to Add:
It’s 2018 now, and Meghan has grown from the toddler I had in the original post to a lovely 9-year-old who still loves these frozen banana pops. Luke joined the mix later that year, and now he’s a energetic 6-year-old boy who also loves this healthy treat.
I updated the recipe by using Greek yogurt instead of regular and its thickness made it easier to stick to the banana and toppings stayed better, as well. 
I give you toppings ideas in the printable recipe section, but the options are endless. We had some naturally colored sprinkles on hand, so I used those as a special treat. I also used chocolate chips as another special treat option. Guess which two the kids picked first?
My favorite was crushed walnuts with cinnamon. Oh my! It made a delicious treat with no sugar added!!
Let me know which one is your favorite!
How to Make Greek Yogurt Frozen Banana Pops
PrintGreek Yogurt Frozen Banana Pops
These Greek Yogurt Frozen Banana Pops are a healthy and delicious snack that can be made with no sugar added, depending on the toppings you choose.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 pops 1x
- Category: Snacks
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 4 bananas, cut in half
- 1 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 8 wooden sticks or paper straws*
Toppings Ideas: unsweetened coconut, chopped chocolate or chocolate chips, crushed nuts with cinnamon, naturally colored sprinkles, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, melted chocolate or peanut butter
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper.
- Put a wooden stick or paper straw half into the end of a banana piece and dip it into the yogurt. Roll it around so it is evenly and thickly coated.
- Roll it into a topping if you desire and then place it on the lined plate or baking sheet. Continue with the rest of your banana pieces.
- Place the tray in the freezer. Allow to freeze at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pop
- Calories: 55
- Sugar: 7.3 grams
- Fat: 0.2 grams
- Carbohydrates: 13.6 grams
- Protein: 1 gram
Keywords: Greek Yogurt Frozen Banana Pops
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Even though Meghan loved this snack, maybe she isn’t quite as ready for summer as I am.
That would explain why she insisted on keeping on her warm and cozy Christmas pajamas, even though this was mid-morning snack time.
I don’t think she really cares whether her snack fits the weather outside or not.
When it tastes good, it tastes good.
Anna says
February 24, 2019 at 9:09 pmI haven’t tried this yet, but I NEED healthy, real food options for my darling 2 1/2 yr old, Amina, first-thing insistence on a popsicle breakfast. I’m so lazy and hate battles tho! So I’ve “allowed” her pre-breakfast popsicles of frozen yogurt tubes (hopefully Stonyfeild organic/whole milk), but sometimes just “real” fruit pops as raw as I can just throw in the freezer. SOOooo, I LOVE love love this banana, yogurt, dipped recipe!!! It’s real food, frozen, and sweet textured options. Thank you so much!!! My one question is:
I always have a SURPLUS of over-ripe bananas ready in the freezer (thankfully, they aren’t wasted because I’m good at baking banana bread—-only! Haha). So I’m wondering, what do you suggest for these banana pops? Could already frozen, peeled, bananas work ok? Basically, what ripeness is best? Should I keep my over-ripe frozen bananas for banana bread or blending for straight-up “banana ice-cream”.
Thanks so much for sharing all your creative work!! It’s so refreshing and helpful to me as a new/old mom.😊
❤️Anna & Amina
Maryea says
February 26, 2019 at 10:27 amYes, already frozen bananas are perfect! I think ripe but not overly mushy to start with works best here.
Ann-Louise says
June 6, 2011 at 3:39 amSummer has finally arrived in Sweden and I can’t wait making these for both Vera and I. Thanks for all of your wonderful recipes!
Maryea says
June 6, 2011 at 4:50 pmYou’re welcome! Your comment has reminded me that I need to make them again, so thank you! 🙂
Meg says
March 16, 2011 at 6:18 pmDo you use regular plain yogurt or Greek plain yogurt?
Maryea says
March 17, 2011 at 9:46 pmI used regular plain. I never get Greek yogurt because organic is important to me and the organic Greek yogurt is SUPER expensive.
Meg says
March 16, 2011 at 6:17 pmThese look delicious!!
Helen says
March 16, 2011 at 12:41 pmI love the idea of using yogurt with these banana pops. And that little hand, too cute 🙂
Chris says
March 15, 2011 at 9:28 amPhoto is better with the hand in it! 🙂
Trisha says
March 15, 2011 at 9:14 amThose are cute pictures! I’ve made a frozen yogurt snack similar to that. So tasty!
Carissa says
March 15, 2011 at 8:29 amThese look delicious! I might try them rolled in peanuts!
Jamie Escola says
March 15, 2011 at 12:34 amThank you so much for this blog. I found you through a comment you made on thekindlife.com, and I am now eagerly trying and loving your recipes. My husband and I recently made the decision to make some big changes to our diet and our lives (for ourselves and for our 2-year-old daughter), and blogs like yours have really given us a wealth of ideas to make the transition fun and easy. Thank you for sharing with us!!!
Maryea says
March 15, 2011 at 3:17 pmCongratulations on the changes you are making in your life! I’m glad you’re able to find some helpful ideas here. 🙂
Lindsay @ livinglindsay.com says
March 14, 2011 at 11:30 pmI love this 🙂 And I think her hand in the picture is perfect! Just totally captures the essence of your blog 🙂
Lee says
March 14, 2011 at 8:20 pmI like her hand in the picture. It’s cute. And I think I need to freeze some bananas now.
Lisa says
March 14, 2011 at 6:32 pmOh yum! My boys would love these! Meghan is so cute! Almost makes me want a litlle girl. Almost, but, not quite.
Maryea says
March 15, 2011 at 3:19 pmAhh, little girls are fun! I’m sure I’m going to be in trouble once she hits her teenage years though. 🙂
Jenn L @ Peas and Crayons says
March 14, 2011 at 5:59 pmawwww! its always a good sign when the little hands can’t stay away from the plate!!!!!
Stephanie @ Thorns Have Roses says
March 14, 2011 at 4:26 pmLove this idea and I think her little hand is a testament to how tasty they must be. Love her jammies and her cupcake barrett. She seriously is too cute. I would squeeze her. In the nicest way possible. 🙂
Amber says
March 14, 2011 at 3:52 pmyum! Love the idea of rolling them in chopped chocolate!