Banana Popsicles

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Every time my kids crave something sweet, I make these homemade banana popsicles with ripe bananas, oat milk, and Greek yogurt. With only a handful of ingredients and about 10 minutes of prep time, I can have a creamy, healthy, naturally gluten-free treat ready for the freezer. I love how satisfying and simple they are, making them perfect for a quick snack or a light dessert.

Calling all banana lovers, these homemade popsicles are for you. My kids adore popsicles year-round, but store-bought versions can be expensive and full of processed ingredients, so I decided to make my own. This is another option I like for a fruity frozen treat, such as my lemon popsicles, which are bright and refreshing.

From the first bite, I was sold. They are creamy, flavorful, and indulgent, yet made entirely with wholesome ingredients. I sometimes save a bit of the mixture to enjoy as a quick banana smoothie while waiting. If you like a creamy, naturally sweet, dairy-free snack, these banana popsicles are a great alternative to my mango nice cream. Try making a batch today and enjoy a healthy frozen treat with your family.

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🥘 Ingredients

These are the ingredients I use to make these easy banana popsicles.

Bananas: Bananas are the main ingredient of these banana ice cream pops. I use super ripe bananas to get the sweetest flavor.

Oat Milk: I use unsweetened oat milk to keep these banana popsicles refined-sugar free. The oat milk adds a subtle natural sweetness.

Greek Yogurt: I add unsweetened Greek yogurt for a boost of protein. It also gives the popsicles a richer taste and thicker texture.

Vanilla Extract: I add pure vanilla extract to elevate the other flavors and bring out the natural sweetness of the frozen treats.

Maple Syrup: I skip processed sugar and use pure maple syrup. It sweetens the popsicles and adds a mild, pleasant flavor.

Substitutions

Milk: I use any unsweetened milk for these banana popsicles. I like trying soy milk, cow’s milk, coconut milk, or almond milk depending on what I have.

Yogurt: I sometimes swap the Greek yogurt for coconut yogurt, almond yogurt, or plain regular yogurt.

Sweetener: If I want a different sweetener, I replace the maple syrup with agave nectar, honey, or coconut sugar.

🔪 How To Make

Here is how I make these easy banana popsicles:

Blend Ingredients: I peel the bananas and add them to my blender along with the other ingredients. I blend everything until the mixture is completely smooth.

Pour Into Molds: I pour the banana mixture into the popsicle molds and then insert a popsicle stick into each 1.

Freeze: I freeze the popsicles for at least 4 hours or until they are frozen solid. For me, this usually takes between 4 hours and overnight.

Serve: When the popsicles are frozen solid, I remove them from the molds by running the outside of the mold under warm water for 30 seconds to 1 minute. I serve them immediately.

📖 Variations 

I like adding a few simple ingredients to create fun flavor variations for these easy banana popsicles.

Peanut Butter Swirl: I add 2 tablespoons of powdered peanut butter to the blender with the banana mixture. It adds a nutty flavor and keeps the popsicles creamy.

Chocolate Banana: I blend in 1 tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder with the bananas. This creates a rich chocolate flavor without overpowering the banana.

Berry Banana: I add 1/2 cup fresh or frozen strawberries to the banana mixture before blending. The berries add mild sweetness and a light fruity flavor.

🍽 Serving Suggestions

I like serving these banana popsicles coated with my strawberry crunch topping for extra texture and flavor. I also freeze them in circle molds and sandwich them between my powdered peanut butter cookies to make a fun frozen cookie treat.

Both options add crunch and richness while keeping the popsicles balanced and not overly sweet. Another way I enjoy these popsicles is freezing them in square molds and layering them between my gluten free brownies to create brownie sandwiches.

🧊 Storage Directions

Refrigeration: I usually do not keep these popsicles in the fridge because they will melt quickly, but if I plan to eat them the same day, I can store them in a covered container in the fridge for up to 2 hours.

Freezing: These popsicles are best stored in the freezer. I keep them in their molds until fully frozen, then remove them and wrap each popsicle in plastic wrap or place them in a freezer-safe container to prevent freezer burn. I sometimes store them in a freezer bag once they are removed from the molds. The popsicles keep well for up to 3 months.

Serving: To enjoy, I run the molds briefly under warm water for 5 to 10 seconds so the popsicles slide out easily. I also let them sit at room temperature for a minute if they are too hard to bite into.

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