Cozy Campfire Banana Boats Recipe Easy Homemade S’mores Dessert
A simple and delicious campfire dessert featuring bananas stuffed with chocolate and marshmallows, wrapped in foil and cooked until gooey and toasted. Perfect for cozy gatherings and easy to customize.
- Prep Time: 12 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 22-24 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Bananas (firm but ripe, medium-sized)
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips (or milk/dark chocolate chips as substitute)
- Mini marshmallows (or regular marshmallows cut into smaller pieces)
- Heavy-duty aluminum foil
- Optional mix-ins: chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans), cinnamon, nutmeg, peanut butter or hazelnut spread
Instructions
- Peel the bananas and make a lengthwise slit down the middle of each, careful not to slice all the way through to create a pocket.
- Stuff the slit with a handful of semi-sweet chocolate chips and mini marshmallows. Add optional nuts or spices if desired. Gently press the filling to keep it in place without squishing the banana.
- Place each stuffed banana on a large piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Wrap tightly, folding edges to seal the packet. Double wrap for better heat retention and to prevent leaks.
- Cook the foil packets on hot coals, grill grates, or on a baking sheet in a 375°F oven for about 10-12 minutes until the chocolate melts and marshmallows are toasted and golden.
- Carefully remove the packets using tongs or heat-resistant gloves. Let cool slightly before unwrapping to avoid steam burns. Serve warm.
Notes
Use bananas that are yellow with a few brown spots for best texture. Avoid overstuffing to prevent sogginess or foil leaks. Double wrap foil packets to trap steam and heat evenly. Cook on hot embers rather than direct flame to avoid burning. Check at 10 minutes and cook longer if needed. For vegan version, use dairy-free chocolate chips and vegan marshmallows. Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 2 days and reheated gently in oven wrapped in foil. Avoid microwaving to prevent mushy bananas.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed banana boa
- Calories: 190220
- Fat: 57
- Carbohydrates: 3035
- Fiber: 34
- Protein: 23
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