Banana mummies
Give bananas a spooky makeover with our frozen banana mummies! These chilling treats are dipped in creamy vanilla skyr for a smooth, tangy coating. Drizzles of melted chocolate and peanut butter create an eerie mummy effect, and edible sugar eyes make them come to life. They are fun to make and sure to bring a few smiles to your Halloween celebrations.
Ingredients
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Bananas
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4 |
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| 400 g | |
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Smooth peanut butter
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3 tsp |
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Dark chocolate
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20 g |
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White chocolate
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20 g |
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Edible sugar eyes
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16 |
Assembling
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Wooden sticks (lolly pop stick)
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8 |
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Method
Recipe tips
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Freeze the bananas until they are solid all the way through before dipping them in skyr. Fully frozen bananas are easier to coat and help the skyr set quickly. They also hold firmly on the ice lolly sticks, so they will not slip off while dipping.
For a thicker skyr coating, dip each banana a second time once the first layer has frozen solid. Let any excess skyr drip off before returning the bananas to the freezer. Two thin layers give a more even finish than one heavy coating and create a smooth surface for decorating.
Microwave the peanut butter in short bursts of 5–10 seconds, stirring between each interval. It only needs to loosen enough to pipe without turning hot or separating. If it feels warm, let it cool for a moment so it does not melt the skyr on contact.
FAQ: Questions about frozen banana mummies
Frozen banana mummies often turn up at Halloween or children’s parties, where they add a playful touch to the dessert table. If you are making them at home, these answers cover the most common questions about sticks and coatings.
What can I use instead of ice lolly sticks for frozen banana mummies?
You can use food-safe chopsticks, wooden skewers with the sharp tips removed, or thick paper straws as an alternative to ice lolly sticks when making frozen banana mummies. Wooden skewers and chopsticks give the bananas strong support while they freeze. Make sure to cut the skewers to the right length and smooth their ends. Paper straws need to be thick to avoid bending from the banana's weight.
How do I prevent chocolate from burning in the microwave?
You can prevent the chocolate from burning in the microwave by breaking it into small, even pieces and using a low-power or defrost setting to avoid hot spots that can scorch it. Heat the chocolate in short bursts of 15–20 seconds and stir well after each interval. White chocolate burns more easily, so keep a close eye on it. Stop when the chocolate is almost melted and stir until the remaining pieces dissolve in the residual heat. This way, the chocolate stays smooth and glossy.
Why does the skyr slide off the banana?
The skyr tends to slide off when the bananas are not frozen solid, or when it is too warm or runny. Partly frozen bananas release moisture on their surface, leaving the skyr nothing to cling to. Warm skyr is thinner and runs off before it sets. Too much skyr can also slip off the smooth, curved surface of the banana. Fully frozen bananas and cold, thick skyr give the best grip, and letting the excess drip off before freezing keeps the coating in place.
Why does the chocolate not stick to the skyr on frozen banana mummies?
The chocolate might not stick to the skyr because the coating has not fully set or is covered in condensation. Make sure the skyr-coated bananas are frozen for at least an hour until the coating is firm. Condensation forms quickly once the bananas leave the freezer, so decorate a few at a time and keep the rest frozen. Let the melted chocolate cool slightly before drizzling, as hot chocolate can melt the skyr, but do not let it become too thick.
Can I make frozen banana mummies ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare frozen banana mummies ahead of time and keep them in the freezer for 1–2 weeks. Freeze them on the tray until the decorations are firm, then transfer them to an airtight, freezer-safe container to avoid freezer burn. Serve straight from the freezer or let them soften at room temperature for a few minutes. Note that the edible sugar eyes might melt a bit when they thaw, so do not put these on before freezing.
Nutritional values per portion
Energy:
135 Kcal
| Energy distribution % | Nutritional values per portion | |
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| Fibre | - | 1 g |
| Protein | 17.7 % | 5.9 g |
| Fat | 20.9 % | 3.2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 61.4 % | 20.4 g |
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Try our fun frozen banana mummies
Bananas make surprisingly convincing little monsters. These frozen banana mummies transform the humble fruit into a wonderfully spooky treat, complete with chocolate and peanut butter bandages and wide-eyed expressions. Under the bandages, each mummy hides a frozen banana in a tangy coat of vanilla skyr.
Frozen bananas coated in vanilla skyr
Bananas freeze differently from most fruit. Their lower water content and natural pectin mean they get a texture that is firm to the bite, much like soft ice cream. If you like your mummies extra sweet, go for ripe bananas with a few brown speckles.
The thick vanilla skyr clings to each banana and freezes into a smooth, pale coat that gives the mummies their ghostly look. It also adds a fresh, slightly tangy note to the sweet fruit. You can also try another flavour of skyr if you fancy something other than vanilla.
Decorated with chocolate, peanut butter, and edible sugar eyes
The real fun begins as you give each coated banana its spooky disguise. Thin lines of chocolate and peanut butter crisscross the skyr, so nobody misses out on their favourite flavour. Whether you lean towards bittersweet, creamy or salty and nutty, there is a mummy for every taste.
Finally, a pair of sugar eyes turns each decorated banana into a proper Halloween mummy. Add them while the drizzle is still soft so they stay in place, and feel free to set them straight, at an angle, or slightly apart. No two mummies need to look quite alike!
A spooky treat for Halloween
Halloween is a wonderful excuse to get creative in the kitchen, and these frozen banana mummies are ready to join the celebrations. Set them out next to our spider web brownies, graveyard cake, and witch finger cookies for a fun and slightly scary dessert table. Just remember to keep the mummies frozen until you are ready to serve them. They also work well beyond spooky season, at a themed birthday party, a film night, or a warm afternoon when everyone needs cooling down.
Get creative with the recipe
There are plenty of ways to make these banana mummies your own. Swap the vanilla skyr for plain skyr for a tangier, less sweet coating, or try strawberry skyr for a fruitier flavour and a pale pink tint.
Almond or hazelnut butter works as a substitute for peanut butter if you prefer a different nutty note. Almond butter gives the drizzle a milder, slightly sweet taste, while hazelnut butter adds a toasty flavour that pairs especially well with chocolate.
You can also cut the bananas into smaller chunks to make bite-sized mini mummies, which suit little hands and larger crowds. For a more chocolatey version, dip the frozen, skyr-coated bananas in a thin layer of melted chocolate before adding their mummy bandages.
Discover more spooky surprises among our Halloween food ideas, or take a look at our Halloween pumpkin guide for everything you need to know about the most recognisable symbol of the season.
